There must be peace, no doubt. We want to see the world and the end of the battles. We want to see all the citizens of Ukraine in peace and security.

This Friday morning, January 26, in an interview with the Russian service of the Air Force, said a special representative of the State Department of the United States on Ukraine Kurt Volker.

In his opinion, this could become the basis for the full implementation of the Minsk agreements. And all this can be achieved in 12 months, he is sure.

At the same time, commenting on the direction of Russia to negotiate with a person who is not a diplomat, Volcker noted that "this is Russia's choice". Putin is confident in Surkov, he is confident that his representative can articulate Russia's position and inform about the information he receives from us, France or Germany, I'm happy with it, "Volcker explained, adding that since his appointment as US special envoy do not see progress in the negotiations.

I would like Russia to adopt a different point of view. I believe that if Russia emerged from the conflict it would be in the interests of all parties and would create a foundation on which it would be possible to hold local elections, an amnesty, the introduction of a provision on the special status of the Donbass and the implementation of the Minsk agreements,.

Recall, as reported URA-Inform, January 26, Volker should meet with Surkov in Dubai.