Kremlin acknowledges Ukraine's right to decide on EU membership

The Kremlin stated that Ukraine has the right to decide on joining the European Union, emphasizing that Russia will not dictate Ukraine's choices. This marks a shift from previous tensions regarding Ukraine's sovereignty. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted that while Ukraine's EU aspirations are its own decision, Russia holds a different stance on Ukraine joining military alliances. This comment comes amid high-level US-Russian talks in Riyadh aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated that any peace agreements must include Ukraine's participation. European nations are also seeking a role in negotiations, concerned about being excluded from discussions that affect continental security.