Overview
- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lawrow stated that Moscow will not accept a long-term or unconditional ceasefire with Ukraine, calling such proposals unfeasible.
- Lawrow claimed that Western countries prevented Ukraine from signing a peace agreement with Russia during 2022 Istanbul negotiations, citing unresolved root causes of the conflict.
- Following a call with Vladimir Putin, Trump informed EU leaders that Putin is not interested in ending the war, believing Russia will ultimately prevail.
- Despite acknowledging Putin’s reluctance for peace, Trump has refrained from imposing new sanctions, citing concerns that threats could disrupt ongoing discussions.
- Vatican-hosted peace talks are planned, but progress remains stalled as Russia insists on mutual concessions before agreeing to any ceasefire.