UK Ambassador Neil Holland urged Russia to negotiate a just and lasting peace in Ukraine during a speech at the OSCE on 28 May 2026. He said Russia’s war is illegal, unprovoked, and unsustainable, citing high casualty rates, shrinking volunteer pool, and reliance on coercion. Holland noted Russia has made minimal territorial gains and that its recent large air attack on Kyiv in May killed almost 200 civilians and injured over 1,500, the highest civilian casualties since April 2022. He highlighted economic strain, with growth falling to 1% last year, a 0.3% contraction in early 2026, and a 24% drop in oil and gas revenue. Holland called on Russia to accept a full, unconditional ceasefire and engage in peace talks.
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