US-brokered Talks with Russia on Ending Ukraine War Meet Resistance from Moscow
A high-stakes diplomatic effort to bring an end to the four-year conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been kicked into high gear. According to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, the talks are "serious" but a long way off, with no clear concessions being made by Russia.
US President Donald Trump is pressing for an end to the war, having put forward a 28-point plan that has sparked controversy among Ukraine and European allies. While the proposal has undergone some modifications, concerns remain over Russian demands including Ukraine ceding territory, curbing its military size, and being barred from joining NATO.
Moscow has made it clear that it will not back down on these key issues, with Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stating that "there can be no question of any concessions or any surrender of our approaches to those key points." This stance suggests a hardline approach from Russia, which may use delay tactics to avoid making concessions.
Analysts warn that Trump's approach may leave Ukraine taking the brunt of pressure, with some speculating that Russia will continue to perceive him as impatient and unfocused. The situation is complicated by differing views among European allies, including concerns over the inclusion of certain Russian demands in the US-backed framework for ending the war.
Meanwhile, fighting continues elsewhere in Ukraine, with a large drone attack on Zaporizhzhia city resulting in multiple fatalities and significant damage. Russia's air defenses have also downed Ukrainian drones, while Ukrainian forces targeted a manufacturing plant in Cheboksary, which produces equipment for cruise missiles.
A high-stakes diplomatic effort to bring an end to the four-year conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been kicked into high gear. According to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, the talks are "serious" but a long way off, with no clear concessions being made by Russia.
US President Donald Trump is pressing for an end to the war, having put forward a 28-point plan that has sparked controversy among Ukraine and European allies. While the proposal has undergone some modifications, concerns remain over Russian demands including Ukraine ceding territory, curbing its military size, and being barred from joining NATO.
Moscow has made it clear that it will not back down on these key issues, with Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stating that "there can be no question of any concessions or any surrender of our approaches to those key points." This stance suggests a hardline approach from Russia, which may use delay tactics to avoid making concessions.
Analysts warn that Trump's approach may leave Ukraine taking the brunt of pressure, with some speculating that Russia will continue to perceive him as impatient and unfocused. The situation is complicated by differing views among European allies, including concerns over the inclusion of certain Russian demands in the US-backed framework for ending the war.
Meanwhile, fighting continues elsewhere in Ukraine, with a large drone attack on Zaporizhzhia city resulting in multiple fatalities and significant damage. Russia's air defenses have also downed Ukrainian drones, while Ukrainian forces targeted a manufacturing plant in Cheboksary, which produces equipment for cruise missiles.
the thing is, when we're trying to bring about change, we gotta be willing to listen & compromise 
, but sometimes one side's all like "nope, not gonna budge" 
, it's hard 2 see how these talks can move forward with that kind of resistance 
. i think what the US needs 2 do is understand that Ukraine's got its own interests too 
& try 2 find a balance that works 4 everyone involved 
. it's not just about Trump's plan or Russia's demands, it's about finding common ground 
, 'n' makin' sure nobody gets hurt in the process 
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️ But at the same time, I get that Russia is being super firm on their demands and it's hard to see them backing down. 
Maybe if we all work together? 
It would be amazing if we could get a breakthrough soon and end this war once and for all. 
Fingers crossed, everyone! 
its like trumps team is trying super hard 2 end the war but moscow is being super stubborn 
i feel bad 4 ukranians cuz theyre still fightin & it seems like no one's gettin anywhere 
anyway trump's plan is def not helping matters 
im just worried about ukraine cuz theyre the ones taking all the heat 4 this whole situation 
i mean what if trumps team thinks they can just make deals w/ moscow & ukrainia doesnt wanna b part of it? 
We can't just throw all our weight behind one side without considering everyone's interests.
Russia is already feeling the pressure, but if we're not careful, they'll just get even tougher. That's not what peace looks like.
like, can we pls just get to the bottom of this already?! Trump's 28-point plan is getting more heat than a freshly oiled car 
, but it's clear Russia ain't having it 
. Peskov is being super chill about it tho 
, but I feel like there's gotta be some concessions to be made, or else the talks are gonna go down in flames 
. And can we pls talk about how Europe is still low-key divided on this? Like, some are down with Trump's approach while others are like "nah, bruv" 
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like they wont b flexible 4 anythin 
and dont wanna cede territory 
or curb military size 
or even join nato 
ukraine is takin all the hit 
from trump's plan 
and european allies r divided too 
what if russia just delays & dodges makin concessions 
meanwhile zaporizhzhia city got hit by drones 
and russian air defenses are takin out ukrainian drones 
this war cant b solved 4 too long 
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