#Peace Talks

Russia's UN representative Vasily Nebenzia stated that Russia will continue the war until Ukraine acknowledges the "realities on the ground." Kyiv rejects the ultimatum and insists on the 1991 borders.

Federation Council chair Matviyenko stated that Russia is ready to negotiate with Ukraine only under a "reliable peace plan" guaranteeing that Kyiv will "never be anti-Russia" or a "ram for the West."

In a conversation with Modi, Putin declared Russia is "moving along the path" to ending the war, yet Zelenskyy notes the absence of any real Moscow intention to cease hostilities. Ahead of the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, the Kremlin's statements are not backed by concrete steps.

Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov stated that a summit involving Putin, Trump, and Zelenskyy is possible only to formalize already-worked-out agreements, not for initial negotiations.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe, during a visit to Moscow, proposed holding a trilateral meeting of Trump, Zelensky, and Putin to end the war, sources report.

President's Office head Budanov said that in 2025 Russians considered the war over during negotiations, calling the protests in Ukraine a “coup.” Now, according to him, stopping the conflict is unrealistic.

According to Bloomberg, against the backdrop of the collapse of the negotiating track, Moscow is considering intensifying ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv and infrastructure. Washington calls for dialogue but sees no breakthrough.

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Alexander Stubb stated that Ukrainian strikes on Russia's rear logistics, including marketplace warehouses, raise the cost of war for Moscow and, in his assessment, accelerate readiness for negotiations.

The visit by Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Ukraine has been postponed again, but not cancelled. The reason was the intensified Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv last week.

Volodymyr Zelensky named a 'corridor of opportunities' for the diplomatic end of the war — from the G20 summit in the US in December to the end of summer 2027, that is, until the start of the US presidential elections.

In an interview with Zarubin, Putin stated that Moscow is ready for dialogue with Kyiv only on the basis of “realities on the ground,” calling the current proposals “exotic” and unacceptable.

In a phone call with Guterres, Zelenskyy reported on mass Russian strikes and agreed that the UN will join the search for ways to end the war. Threats to food security due to attacks on ports were also discussed.

First Deputy Head of the President's Office Kyslytsia stated that Putin does not strive for negotiations, calculating that Ukraine will not survive the winter. Meanwhile, Kyiv continues the diplomatic track and awaits the visit of American negotiators.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated there are no prerequisites for a peaceful settlement, once again blaming Kyiv, and reported that the visit of Trump's envoys to Russia is currently undated.

🔴 Kushner assured Netanyahu: Israel will not withdraw troops from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed. The US will not allow the sector's reconstruction until demilitarization. Progress is possible in 30–90 days — but Hamas demands the opposite. Deadlock persists. #Gaza #Kushner #Netanyahu #Hamas #USA #Israel

🇷🇺 Russia Rejects Ceasefire: Lavrov and Medvedev Insist on Ukraine's Surrender Ahead of Duma Elections 📉 The Kremlin refuses any negotiations that do not involve meeting Moscow's demands. 🗳️ Experts link the harsh rhetoric to the pre-election campaign for the Duma (September 18–20, 2026). 🚫 Russia rejected even proposals for a maritime moratorium in the Black Sea. 🇺🇦 Zelenskyy confirms readiness for compromises, but Moscow rejects any initiatives. #Russia #Ukraine #Elections2026 #Lavrov #Medvedev

🇷🇺 The Russian MoD announced an escalation of drone terror for the winter of 2026-2027. Under a photo of drones, they placed the caption "Like snow on the head" and threatened a "freeze". This is a response to Kyiv's proposal for a ceasefire and "freezing" the front. 🇺🇦 Zelenskyy submitted proposals to the US for pressure on Russia. The US Senate approved Graham's sanctions. Moscow claims readiness for negotiations but puts forward its own conditions. #Ukraine #Russia #Drones #Winter2026