Re: “Ukraine not invited to U.S., Russian talks to end war” (Feb. 18, A1):
I’m appalled by the information about talks between Russia and the U.S. to barter an finish to the conflict in Ukraine, as if there have been something to barter between an invader and the nation invaded.
“Negotiation” means that Ukraine someway cede to Russia a few of its territory illegally seized by Russia and should cease its makes an attempt to affix NATO. These “negotiations” are underlain by the monstrous lie that disclaims Russian aggression, as if the negotiators represented two cheap, well-meaning entities. The conflict would finish instantly if Russia ceased mentioned aggression.
Anne Pitkin, Seattle
