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Kremlin Says Peace Talks on ‘Deep Pause’
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced on Friday that peace negotiations with Ukraine are on a “deep pause” as Russian forces press their offensive in the east. The statement dismisses recent diplomatic efforts, including a reported visit to Moscow by US CIA Director John Ratcliffe and a Vatican envoy. Peskov reiterated President Vladimir Putin’s demand…
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- Why it matters
- With both sides' diplomatic channels reportedly idle, any settlement to the war becomes dependent on military outcomes rather than negotiated terms, prolonging the conflict's course.
- Most affected
- Ukrainian civilians and soldiers — Fighting continues without prospect of near-term negotiated settlement.
US and Vatican diplomatic efforts — Recent mediation attempts dismissed by Kremlin as ineffective or premature. - Likely next
- Whether either side signals willingness to resume talks or whether military operations escalate further in the east.
Also reported by: The Moscow Times
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