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EXCLUSIVE: Russia-Ukraine: Inside the secret talks led by Finland
Finland kept secret talks with Russia and Ukraine that were aimed at ending the conflict between the two nations.
Finland, which shares a 1,340-kilometer (830-mile) border with Russia, has been involved in diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine since the beginning of the war. The country has hosted several rounds of peace talks between the two sides, and has also been providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
The secret talks were revealed in an exclusive report by The New York Times, which cited anonymous sources familiar with the discussions. The talks were reportedly held in Finland's capital, Helsinki, and were attended by senior officials from Russia and Ukraine.
The talks were reportedly focused on finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict, and included discussions on a possible ceasefire and the withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine.
However, the talks ultimately failed to produce a breakthrough, and the war in Ukraine continues to rage on. The New York Times report did not provide any details on the reasons why the talks failed, but it is likely that the two sides were unable to agree on a mutually acceptable solution.
The secret talks are a sign that Finland is playing an increasingly active role in the diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine. The country has a long history of neutrality, and has traditionally avoided taking sides in international conflicts.
However, the war in Ukraine has forced Finland to rethink its approach, and the country is now more willing to engage with both Russia and Ukraine in an effort to find a diplomatic solution to the conflict.
The secret talks are a reminder that the war in Ukraine is a complex and multifaceted conflict, and that there is no easy solution. The talks also show that Finland is committed to playing a constructive role in finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict.