A proposal to suspend weapons in Ukraine. Professor Timothy Garton Ash with Russia's possible reaction

We are very far from the room. In my opinion, we are even talking too much about peace. A weapon suspension is only the first step at best – said Professor Timothy Garton Ash in “Facts after Facts”. The British historian admitted that in his opinion the Kremlin for the proposals for suspending weapons in Ukraine will answer: “Yes, but on certain conditions.” – And these conditions will be very difficult for Ukraine – he added.

Professor Timothy Garton Ash was the guest of “Facts after facts”. A historian from Oxford, specializing in the subject of our part of Europe. He was asked if he believes that Russia would agree to the proposal of the temporary suspension of weapons during peace conversations, which she agreed to defending against aggression Ukraine.

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“I don't know, but it seems to me that they will say” yes, but “,” yes, but on some conditions “. And these conditions will be very difficult for Ukraine. I think Putin plays this, “Ash said.

He added that “it must be emphasized that we are very far from the room.” – In my opinion, we are even talking too much about peace. A weapon suspension is only the first step at best – he assessed.