The Kremlin has deemed it premature to publicly disclose Russia’s negotiating position regarding the ongoing conflict with Ukraine prior to the commencement of actual negotiations. Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov highlighted this stance in response to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement rejecting any territorial concessions. Peskov reinforced that Crimea, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, and Luhansk are recognized by the Russian Constitution as integral regions of the Russian Federation, underscoring their importance to Russia’s territorial integrity. Zelensky has firmly stated that Ukraine will not accept the loss of any territories in the resolution process. This exchange underscores the entrenched positions of both sides, complicating any potential diplomatic efforts and indicating a prolonged stalemate that could affect regional stability and security dynamics.
