Ukraine rejects US envoy's praise of Putin after Kyiv strikes

independent.co.uk —

Ukraine has publicly rejected US envoy Steve Witkoff's description of Vladimir Putin as "humanitarian," following his talks in St Petersburg and the release of American Stephen Hubbard. Ukrainian foreign minister Andrii Sybiha countered the remark by citing fresh overnight Russian strikes on Kyiv, which injured six people and damaged residential buildings, a medical facility, and other civilian infrastructure. He stated that appeasement would not stop the war, and only strength would compel Russia to halt. Republican senator Thom Tillis also condemned Witkoff's comments. The criticism highlights ongoing tensions over diplomatic engagement with Moscow amid continued Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.


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