Russia has not sent any signals to the West regarding a Ukraine settlement via Kazakhstan, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin stated, noting Moscow maintains direct contacts with those influencing Kiev.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking in Kyrgyzstan, attributed the failure of US proposals for a Ukrainian settlement to Kiev's "arrogant" rejection, largely due to ongoing US military aid. He reaffirmed Russia's commitment to its objectives, emphasizing the need to identify true responsibility for the outcome.
Russia's Foreign Ministry stated that the US has not informed Moscow of any changes in its stance on the Ukraine settlement. Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova also accused Kiev of not seeking peace and attempting to escalate the conflict.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that Moscow observes no indications of the US administration changing its focus to resolving the Ukraine conflict, despite President Trump's remarks.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia senses a potential shift in the US approach to resolving the Ukraine conflict. He also commented on US negotiators' visit, Marco Rubio's remarks, Kiev's 'terror attacks', EU sanctions, and US-Iran talks.
US President Donald Trump stated that the US will now focus on the Ukrainian settlement, with the Iran conflict receding. He mentioned meeting with Ukraine's Zelensky and discussed a "fair deal" with Iran, emphasizing no US investment and warning of consequences if Iran pursues nuclear weapons.
US President Donald Trump stated that the United States will now shift its focus to resolving the Ukrainian conflict following the agreement with Iran. He confirmed plans to discuss the peace process at the G7 summit in France and spoke positively about recent phone calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated that the settlement conditions for Ukraine proposed by the UK, Germany, and France are unacceptable. She criticized the 'Zelensky formula' and accused European leaders of promoting militarization rather than peace, citing EU diplomat Kaja Kallas's remarks about Europe not being a neutral mediator.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov states no progress has been made in settling the Ukraine conflict almost a year after the Anchorage summit, citing lack of effort to persuade Ukraine to accept US proposals.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia has never idealized the US role in the Ukrainian settlement, emphasizing that Moscow's national interests are paramount. He noted the continuous supply of US weapons to Ukraine.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov criticized US Senator Marco Rubio's remarks on the Ukraine peace settlement, stating that Russia had previously agreed to steps for a ceasefire and negotiations at the Anchorage summit with President Trump. Lavrov accused European elites and Kyiv of undermining these understandings.
Russia believes understandings reached at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum can form the basis for a lasting settlement of the Ukraine crisis, according to a Putin aide. The aide also stated that the US is reportedly urging Zelensky to act within these understandings.
Russia's position on resolving the Ukraine crisis is based on the "Anchorage understandings" and principles outlined by President Putin in June 2024, according to MFA official Alexey Polishchuk. Deputy FM Sergey Ryabkov described the "spirit of Anchorage" as trust between Russian and US presidents enabling agreement on settlement contours.
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov discusses Russia's successful Sarmat missile launch, conditions for full-fledged Ukraine peace talks, and potential economic cooperation with the US.
US President Donald Trump hasn't ruled out visiting Russia in 2026 to help settle the Ukraine conflict, stating he'll "do whatever is necessary" amid stalled US-backed talks between Moscow and Kiev, with Russia insisting on Ukrainian troop withdrawal from Donbass.
US President Donald Trump suggests a possible visit to Russia in 2023, citing progress towards a settlement in the Ukraine conflict, claiming it is 'getting closer'.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a 1.5-hour phone conversation, their 12th since Trump returned to office. Putin announced Russia's readiness to declare a ceasefire during Victory Day celebrations on May 9, which Trump supported. Trump said a deal to end the Ukraine conflict is within reach. The leaders also discussed Iran, with Putin warning against US/Israeli military action, and cooperation on economic and energy projects.
