FM Lipavský remains deeply sceptical about Russia’s approach to ceasefire talks

Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský (non partisan) has expressed deep scepticism over Russia’s attitude towards ceasefire negotiations. Speaking at the end of the NATO foreign ministers' meeting in Brussels, he pointed out that Russia has failed to uphold even the most basic commitments, such as halting attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Lipavský added that while the US leads the talks, it is for them to set expectations. He also stressed that any future peace deal must not undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty or its potential NATO membership. On a practical note, he confirmed that Czechia’s ammunition initiative, supported by countries like Canada and Norway, has secured funding to continue deliveries until September.