Russia expresses conditional readiness for Ukraine talks
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed Russia's readiness for talks about Ukraine, emphasizing that negotiations must be based on previous agreements.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, in a Sunday statement, emphasized that Russia is open to talks concerning Ukraine. Earlier, U.S. president-elect Donald Trump called for an immediate ceasefire and the initiation of negotiations.
Breakthrough on Ukraine? Russia ready for talks
Peskov noted that Russia's stance on this issue is well known, and negotiations must be based on the 2022 agreements in Istanbul, along with the current situation on the front.
However, according to Peskov, Ukraine has refused and continues to refuse negotiations, a decision stemming from a special decree prohibiting contact with Russian authorities. This document would need to be repealed for talks to progress. Meanwhile, president-elect Trump emphasized that Russia has shifted its focus from Syria to the conflict with Ukraine, which has weakened its position on the international stage.
In light of these developments, General Keith Kellogg, Trump's special envoy, is expected to play a key role in ending the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. His plan involves negotiations to end the conflict and ensuring controlled arms supplies to maintain Ukraine's current position. Kellogg also criticized President Biden for providing insufficient support to Kyiv.
On the other hand, a report from the Institute for the Study of War indicates that Russia is not pursuing peace negotiations and is expecting Ukraine's total surrender. The Kremlin rejects freezing the front lines or creating a demilitarized zone, underscoring its decisive stance in the conflict.
The Kremlin document envisions dividing Ukraine into regions subordinate to Russia and consulting with neighbouring countries like Poland and Hungary, confirming Russia's lack of willingness for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
