Putin rejects Zelensky meeting saying Russia “will achieve its goals” in Ukraine | BBC News
BBC News • 2026-06-05T21:27:04Z • 3:20:00 • intermediate • News
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In a recent statement, President Putin firmly rejected a peace meeting with Ukraine's President Zelensky, asserting that Russia will continue its military operations until its objectives are met. This development raises questions about the future of the conflict and the potential for peace.
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rejected
/rɪˈdʒɛktɪd/
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dismissed or refused to accept.
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The proposal was rejected by the committee due to lack of funding.
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taunted
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mocked or provoked someone with insulting remarks.
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impossible
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not able to occur, exist, or be done.
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Climbing that mountain without proper gear is impossible.
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sanctions
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penalties or restrictions imposed by one country on another.
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The government imposed sanctions on the country to pressure it into compliance.
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under pressure
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experiencing stress or demand from external factors.
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fertile
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capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops.
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The fertile land allowed the farmers to grow a variety of crops.
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