Ukraine's Efforts for Peace Amid the Russia Conflict

As Donald Trump assumes office as the US President, Ukraine expresses its intent to engage with the Trump administration to establish peace in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, emphasizes President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's optimistic perspective on the potential role of the US and President Trump in ending the war, which has been persisting for nearly three years.

Collaborations and Consultations

• Ukraine is keen on initiating consultations with the new US administration promptly.
• Yermak also highlights the importance of non-Western countries like India and South Africa in influencing peace processes due to their global stature.
• President Trump had previously committed to resolving the Russia-Ukraine war shortly after taking office.

India's Potential Involvement

• Yermak underscores India as a significant democracy with a crucial role in advocating for peace, not just temporary ceasefires but lasting resolutions.
• Discussion with Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has been ongoing, with an emphasis on India's role in the peace formula initiated in Switzerland.
• India's influence on Russia is considered substantial, with hopes for active Indian participation in peace efforts.

Humanitarian Crisis and Child Displacement

Baroness Helena Kennedy, alongside Yermak, addresses the humanitarian crisis, focusing on the plight of Ukrainian children displaced or deported due to the conflict.

• Between 10,000 to 19,000 children have reportedly been abducted by Russian forces under the guise of safety, according to the Bring Kids Back Task Force.
• The psychological impact on these children is significant, with concerns over loss of identity and memory.
• Yermak notes discussions between President Zelenskyy and PM Modi regarding India's potential role in aiding the return of these children.

Yale Humanitarian Research Lab Report

• The report by Yale HRL highlights the coercion of 314 Ukrainian children into forced adoption by Russia since the war's inception in February 2022.
• The report titled 'Russia’s Systematic Program of the Coerced Adoption and Fostering of Ukraine’s Children' provides an analysis of affected children.
• Ukraine demands a comprehensive register from Russia listing all Ukrainian children in its custody.