Rutte identified the initial step for Ukraine to resume negotiations with Russia.

At the time of resuming negotiations with Russia, it is essential for Ukraine to be "in the best possible position." Continuous support is necessary for this.

This was stated by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, reports Bild.

"Let’s not be naïve about Putin. Just look at what happened in Bucha. Therefore, if a peace agreement is to be reached, it must be sustainable. We must ensure that he never, ever conquers even one square kilometer of Ukraine again," he believes.

Rutte also outlined the steps that would allow this to happen.

"Step one: we must ensure that Ukraine is in the best possible position. We need to continue supporting Ukrainians with weapons and training soldiers. And if they ever want to negotiate peace, they must bring Putin to the negotiating table," said the NATO Secretary General.

However, Rutte was unable to precisely describe how these discussions would unfold.

Background. Earlier, Mind reported that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin commented on the possibility of negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.