Contents tagged with Putin
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Kremlin rejects Zelensky's territory swap proposal as 'impossible'
Russia has firmly stated it will never discuss exchanging its territory, rejecting a claim by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow will not negotiate territory swaps with Ukraine. This comes after Zelensky suggested swapping parts of the Kursk region, controlled by Ukrainian forces, for land captured by Russia.
Peskov insisted that such a territorial exchange is out of the question, ensuring that Ukrainian forces would be expelled from …
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U.S. and Russia engage in diplomatic talks, Kremlin confirms ongoing dialogue at Foreign Ministry level
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov announced ongoing diplomatic dialogue between Russia and the United States at the level of their respective foreign ministries. However, in a statement to Russian media, he refrained from confirming direct communication between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
Moreover, as of today, there is no official schedule for contact between the two leaders.
"There are certain communications between the foreign policy departments of Russia and …
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Kremlin confirms intensified U.S.-Russia talks amid Trump's comments on Ukraine
In response to U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks about Washington's active negotiations with both Kyiv and Moscow, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has confirmed that Russia and the United States are engaging in robust interagency contacts concerning Ukraine.
Speaking at a briefing on Wednesday, February 5, Peskov noted, "There are indeed contacts at the departmental level, and they have intensified recently. But I can't provide any further details; there's nothing else to add," he …
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Shift in Kremlin strategy: Moscow opens to negotiations with Zelensky amid Trump's threats
In a surprising turn of events, Moscow appears ready to negotiate with Zelensky after a series of sharp threats from Trump, despite Putin's earlier firm rejection of the possibility.
Putin's Russia seems so intimidated by Donald Trump that it's rapidly altering its stance. Not long ago, the Kremlin flatly refused to engage in talks with Vladimir Zelensky, deeming him "illegitimate". However, following threats and interactions with Trump’s circle, Moscow has suddenly expressed openness to …
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Kremlin dispels rumors of Trump-Putin phone call amid media speculation
In recent discussions surrounding the geopolitical corridors of power, rumors of a phone conversation between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have been swirling. However, the Kremlin has stepped in to clarify: no such conversation has yet taken place.
The American media recently speculated on a potential call between Washington and Moscow on January 30th. During a briefing on an air disaster near Washington, a press correspondent questioned if Trump had …
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Kremlin: Putin open to talks with Trump
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has addressed U.S. President Donald Trump's plans to lower oil prices. Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready for discussions with President Trump. According to Peskov, Moscow is "waiting for signals," as reported by Russian media.
Peskov remarked, "Putin is prepared to engage with Trump. Moscow awaits signals and will inform about a possible conversation in due time."
Trump also announced intentions to revive communications with North Korea's Kim Jong Un …
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Analyst warns of potential Russian expansion into Moldova or Baltics amidst stagnant Ukraine war
As the situation in eastern Ukraine stagnates, Russian President Vladimir Putin may be contemplating a move to annex another country, posits analyst Anatoly Nesmiyan, also known as El Murid. He argues that a compromise between Ukraine and Russia, as pursued by Washington, appears unattainable. The lack of conditions for a peace agreement may drive the Kremlin toward more aggressive tactics.
Newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Putin, urging an immediate end to …
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Ukraine warns Trump: premature peace talks with Russia could have dire consequences
Ukraine has issued a stark warning on the eve of Donald Trump's inauguration, cautioning that premature talks with Russia could have catastrophic consequences.
Kyiv insists that Moscow should engage in negotiations out of necessity rather than choice. Ukrainian officials are cautioning that forcing Kyiv into talks with Russia before Ukraine gains a battlefield advantage would be a catastrophic mistake, as Donald Trump prepares to take office as the next U.S. president.
Fearing a potential …
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Russia's diplomatic blunders: downing of Azerbaijani passenger plane deepens Kremlin's isolation
In a striking example of the Kremlin's unfolding foreign policy, Russia finds itself increasingly surrounded by hostile states, even alienating those who once sought dialogue.
The self-styled "grand" strategy continues to baffle observers, as nations that were once neutral or friendly turn away, driven by its own diplomatic blunders. The latest episode sees a dramatic downturn in relations with Azerbaijan. President Ilham Aliyev, demanding acknowledgment and apologies for a downed Azerbaijani …
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Switzerland seeks to facilitate Trump-Putin peace talks amidst legal and political hurdles
Switzerland is reportedly organizing a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to end the war, circumventing the arrest warrant. Both the Swiss President and the Foreign Ministry of Switzerland announced in January their attempts to achieve peace through negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
The Swiss government has been regularly informing politicians from the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine about its willingness to host discussions on ending the war. The latest suggestion …
