Kiev appears unwilling to pursue a peaceful resolution with Russia, believing it can still turn the tide on the battlefield, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated. Russian forces have continued to repel Ukrainian troops and make steady advances over the past several months.
Speaking from Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on Thursday, Peskov said Ukraine’s actions are driven by the unrealistic hope that the front lines will change in their favor. He added that the Ukrainian government, influenced by European support, shows no interest in peace talks.
Moscow has repeatedly accused Kiev of stalling negotiations and failing to engage meaningfully in discussions. Despite earlier agreements to establish working groups in Istanbul, Ukraine suspended all dialogue, according to Peskov.
Ukrainian officials remain committed to reclaiming all lost territories, although military experts believe this goal is unlikely without NATO involvement. Ukraine’s top commander, Aleksandr Syrsky, has acknowledged Russia’s superiority in manpower and equipment.
Speaking from Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on Thursday, Peskov said Ukraine’s actions are driven by the unrealistic hope that the front lines will change in their favor. He added that the Ukrainian government, influenced by European support, shows no interest in peace talks.
Moscow has repeatedly accused Kiev of stalling negotiations and failing to engage meaningfully in discussions. Despite earlier agreements to establish working groups in Istanbul, Ukraine suspended all dialogue, according to Peskov.
Ukrainian officials remain committed to reclaiming all lost territories, although military experts believe this goal is unlikely without NATO involvement. Ukraine’s top commander, Aleksandr Syrsky, has acknowledged Russia’s superiority in manpower and equipment.
