Ukrainian society desires peace but rejects any settlement without strong, credible security guarantees against Russian aggression.
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Ukrainian society is divided regarding the war, with some favoring a ceasefire and others still believing in victory, but there is a categorical rejection of peace at any cost. Following a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump, the article notes that while the US administration appears to favor diplomacy over escalation, the Ukrainian public remains skeptical. Recent polls show that while three-quarters of Ukrainians believe in victory with sufficient international support, the vast majority reject Russian peace proposals. Ukrainians are willing to negotiate but only from a position of strength, maintaining an unwavering opposition to surrender. For the Ukrainian civil society, the most critical element for any peace agreement is robust security guarantees, as any ceasefire without them risks becoming merely a pause before further conflict. The upcoming meeting between Trump and Putin is viewed with apprehension, as Ukrainians fear being trapped into accepting a deal that leaves them vulnerable. Ultimately, the Ukrainian position is characterized by a desire for a just, lasting, and guaranteed peace, rather than any agreement that compromises their sovereignty.
