Recent developments indicate a notable increase in discussions between Moscow and Washington, as confirmed by Dmitry Peskov, the spokesperson for Russian President Vladimir Putin. On Wednesday, Peskov stated that these communications are ongoing and have become more frequent.
Details of the ongoing negotiations
Peskov remarked, “There are indeed contacts between individual departments, and they have intensified recently. But I can’t tell you any other details, there is nothing else to say,” during a press briefing, as reported by Russian state media. His comments came in response to inquiries regarding U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent statements about active negotiations concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine involving both Kyiv and Moscow.
The war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, continues to escalate. Trump, who recently resumed his role in the White House, has pledged to work towards a swift resolution of the hostilities.
Trump’s commitment to ending the conflict
Last Sunday, Trump acknowledged the ongoing discussions, stating, “We are having discussions … already talking, yes,” without elaborating on the specifics of the negotiations or which members of his administration have engaged with Russian officials. When pressed about whether he had directly communicated with Putin, Trump opted not to disclose that information, saying, “I don’t want to say that.” He further expressed confidence in the seriousness of these discussions, emphasizing, “We’re trying to get it ended.”
The intensification of dialogue between the U.S. and Russia comes at a critical juncture in the Ukraine conflict, raising hopes for potential diplomatic resolutions.