Ukraine's foreign minister calls Putin's Schröder proposals a "special form of trolling"

Ukraine's foreign minister Dmytro Kyslytsya responded to recent Russian statements about former German chancellor Gerhard Schröder. He labeled President Vladimir Putin's proposals concerning Schröder as "a special form of trolling". The remarks were made during a press briefing in Kyiv. Kyslytsya criticized the suggestion that Schröder could mediate between Moscow and Kyiv. He said the idea undermines Ukraine's sovereignty and diplomatic efforts. The Ukrainian ministry reiterated its stance on direct negotiations. Russian officials have previously cited Schröder's ties to Russia in diplomatic contexts. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions over third‑party involvement in the conflict.