Kremlin officials recently issued a statement noting the complexity of Russian and Ukrainian peace talks as evidenced by no set timetable for starting negotiations, underscoring their negotiation process. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov noted both countries would need to exchange draft proposals and engage in detailed talks in order to come to an agreement on a unified peace and ceasefire memorandum. Samaa TV The News International RBC Ukraine @EconomicTimes Peskov stated, highlighting the complex nature of these issues at hand and underscoring that all parties involved want an expeditious resolution but deliberations over each detail must take place carefully before moving ahead with anything. He mentioned Reuters +5 on Ukraines’ka Pravda +5 as examples. @EconomicTimes This development comes after a two-hour phone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, in which Trump proposed initiating immediate ceasefire negotiations immediately and suggested Vatican as a neutral venue for such talks; although neither Moscow or Kyiv has accepted that proposal yet. Al Jazeera +8 New York Post +8 Reuters +8 The Indian Express As President Trump made clear in his announcement, Russia remains open to discussing peace agreements; however, discussions will likely take time and be complex. President Vladimir Putin expressed willingness to work on a memorandum outlining conditions for such an agreement with Ukraine. [Sky News/Reuters +7 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed doubt about Russia’s intentions, noting that while Ukraine is willing to enter talks, a lack of trust exists regarding Moscow’s commitment to an authentic ceasefire agreement. Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity of including Ukraine in all negotiations, adhering to his principle that states: “Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine.” This story can be found at The Times of India. European leaders have also voiced concerns over Russia’s lack of commitment. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for increased sanctions to put more pressure on Moscow while French President Emmanuel Macron underscored the necessity of tangible Russian commitment to peace, according to The Times + 2 of Reuters (plus The Times) +2. As events develop, the international community remains vigilantly engaged, hoping for a resolution of an ongoing conflict which has persisted for three years now.
