German-French Push Yields Ukraine Summit Plan With Putin

Ukraine’s almost yearlong conflict enters a pivotal week, with the outcome of more talks on a peace agreement potentially determining whether a wider war can be avoided as violence escalates.

Discussions resume on Monday in Berlin aimed at preparing a summit for the leaders of Germany, France, Russia and Ukraine in Minsk, Belarus, on Feb. 11. Russian President Vladimir Putin said all sides must first agree on their positions before talks can take place.