Russian President Vladimir Putin has told US envoy Steve Witkoff that Russia is ready to resume negotiations with Ukraine without any preconditions, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
This message was reiterated during recent talks with the US, signaling a potential shift in Russia's stance on the ongoing conflict. However, US President Donald Trump expressed skepticism about Putin's true intentions, questioning whether the Russian leader genuinely wants to end the war. Trump also hinted at the possibility of tougher actions or new sanctions if Russia's attacks on Ukrainian civilians continue.
The situation remains tense as both sides weigh the prospects of renewed peace talks.
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Putin says Russia ready to talk with Ukraine "without preconditions": Kremlin
MOSCOW, April 26 (Xinhua) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed Russia's readiness to negotiate with Ukraine without preconditions during his earlier talk with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Saturday.
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Finally Putin is ready for Ukraine talks ‘without preconditions’ Kremlin says
“During yesterday’s talks with Trump’s envoy Witkoff, Vladimir Putin reiterated that Russia is ready to resume negotiations with Ukraine without any preconditions,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, adding that Putin has stated that several times in the past.
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