Ukraine peace plan: North Korean involvement in talks with Chinese envoy

Ukrainian officials press peace plan with China, present evidence of North Korean weaponry supplied to Russia in conflict.

During a recent meeting between senior Ukrainian officials and a Chinese regional envoy, the focus was on Kyiv's efforts to end the ongoing conflict with Russia. Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine's presidential administration, shared evidence of North Korean weaponry being supplied to Moscow during the meeting.

Yermak detailed the situation on the battlefield and presented Kyiv's peace proposals to Li Hui, China's special representative for Eurasian affairs. The discussions centered around establishing a just peace for Ukraine, restoring the country's territorial integrity, and holding Russia accountable for its actions based on Ukraine's peace formula.

President Volodymyr Zelensky's peace plan involves the removal of all Russian troops, the restoration of Ukraine's 1991 post-Soviet borders, and a process for Russia to be held responsible. Switzerland has committed to hosting a peace summit, with preparatory meetings already underway. While Ukraine seeks to strengthen ties with Beijing, Russia has not been included in these discussions.

Li, who recently visited Moscow, emphasized the importance of Moscow's involvement in any Ukraine settlement talks. Yermak also shared examples of downed missiles and weapons allegedly supplied by North Korea to Russia for use in attacking Ukraine during the meeting.

The Ukrainian delegation also raised concerns about Russian violations of international conventions regarding prisoners of war and sought China's assistance in repatriating Ukrainian children who were reportedly deported. Russia denies these allegations, stating that children were relocated from the war zone for their safety.

Overall, the discussions highlighted the complexities of the ongoing conflict and the efforts being made to achieve a peaceful resolution. The involvement of various international actors, including China, underscores the importance of global cooperation in addressing conflicts and promoting peace.