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Why Tokayev Urged Putin to Freeze the War in Ukraine - The Times Of Central Asia
What happened
Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev delivered a public appeal to Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine and return to negotiations, proposing a "freeze" and the revival of the "Istanbul Formula 2.0." Tokayev made the call during a meeting with Putin in Omsk. Kazakhstan has not recognized Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territory and has been affected by the war, particularly through disruptions to its oil exports.
Why it matters
The proposal highlights Kazakhstan's concerns about the war's economic impact and its efforts to promote diplomatic solutions. Kazakhstan's call for a ceasefire and negotiations reflects the country's traditional approach to international conflicts. The proposal's reception underscores the complexities of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Key facts
- Tokayev's proposal was made directly to Putin on Russian territory
- Kazakhstan has not recognized Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territory
- The war has disrupted Kazakhstan's oil exports through the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC)
- Tokayev described the conflict as an "interstate war"
- Kazakhstan has traditionally supported diplomatic solutions to international crises.
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