Donald Tusk‚ Polands newly-elected PM announced that peace discussions about Ukraine might start this winter (a statement that caught many by surprise)
In preparation for its EU presidency starting 01/01/25‚ Warsaw is setting-up multiple high-profile diplomatic meet-ups: Emmanuel Macron will stop by Warsaw this thursday to share info from his recent Paris talks with Zelenskiy and Trump
The Polish government wants to be super-active in finding ways to end the conflict that started almost 3 years ago - its been one of Kyivs biggest helpers since day one. Tusk mentioned that hes keeping close contact with Baltic and Nordic friends; Keir Starmer is also planning to drop by Warsaw right after new year
I really want Poland to be the country that will not only be present but will set the tone for these decisions that are to bring us security and secure Polish interests
Zelenskiy showed some interest in talking things through; however he told Macron and Trump he doesnt think Putin wants to stop fighting. Moscow said theyll keep going until Putin gets what he wants - either by force or talk
The diplomatic calendar is getting busy with Poland taking charge of EU stuff next month: its gonna be a key player in any Ukraine-related talks. The countrys new leadership is clearly trying to make its mark on the international scene - pushing for more active role in peace-making efforts