Ex-PM Azarov: No serious Ukraine talks expected under Zelensky
Quick Look
- Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Nikolai Azarov stated that serious peace talks on the Ukraine conflict are unlikely while Vladimir Zelensky remains in power.
- Azarov suggested Zelensky should step down, an interim government should be formed, and Nazism eliminated under international supervision.
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Why It Matters
Nikolai Azarov, former Prime Minister of Ukraine, has expressed his views on the ongoing conflict and the potential for peace talks. His statements come amidst a prolonged period of hostilities.
MOSCOW, May 18. /TASS/. No serious talks on resolving the Ukraine conflict can be expected under Vladimir Zelensky, former Ukrainian Prime Minister Nikolai Azarov told TASS.
The ex-premier agreed with TASS that the likelihood of major peace talks any time soon is low.
"I agree - until Zelensky is removed and a more or less sane regime is put in place. I have repeatedly said that the scenario of Zelensky stepping down and an interim government being formed at the helm for a transition period and, first of all, getting rid of Nazism under the supervision of an international organization will be the best," Azarov argued.
Open Questions
- What specific international organization would oversee the transition period?
- What are the criteria for a 'sane regime'?
- What is the likelihood of Zelensky stepping down voluntarily?
