Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that President Vladimir Putin has informed US President Donald Trump that trilateral peace negotiations regarding Ukraine are currently unlikely to proceed.
The Russian official cited recent drone attacks on Moscow as the primary reason for the stalled diplomatic efforts. According to the Kremlin, these strikes occurred during the period of last month’s Russian presidential election.
Authorities in Moscow assert that the timing of the attacks undermined the atmosphere necessary for constructive dialogue between the parties involved in the conflict.
The comments highlight a significant point of contention in the ongoing geopolitical standoff, with Russia linking military actions directly to the viability of diplomatic channels.
By attributing the lack of progress to Ukrainian drone operations, the Kremlin places responsibility for the pause in talks on Kyiv, suggesting that further military escalation will continue to hinder any potential ceasefire agreements.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>