On Tuesday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow will form its position on the U.S. Ukraine peace plan draft, while unofficial reports suggest Russia seeks significant amendments.
Kremlin Spokesman on Moscow’s Position
On Wednesday, Dmitry Peskov told Interfax that Moscow has no immediate plans for a direct conversation between President Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. He confirmed that Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev had already briefed Putin on the outcomes of the consultations in Miami. Peskov said Moscow will shape its stance “based on this information,” but declined to disclose the specific documents Dmitriev brought from the United States. He added that any media communication at this stage is inappropriate and that the core parameters of Russia’s position are well known to U.S. counterparts.
Unfounded Reports of Russian Amendments
Bloomberg reported that Moscow intends to push for substantive changes to the latest U.S. peace plan, particularly by tightening limits on Ukraine’s military forces. The Kremlin believes the 20‑point draft is merely a launchpad for further talks, as it lacks provisions deemed essential by Russia and leaves many questions unanswered.
Ukrainian Peace Plan Talks in Miami
Over the weekend in Miami, Ukraine, the United States and European delegations convened to discuss the 20‑point peace plan. Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev joined the U.S. talks on Saturday. President Zelensky detailed the plan’s framework, which includes confirming Ukraine’s sovereignty, guaranteeing EU accession, and obligating the U.S. and Europe to defend Ukraine from a potential repeat attack by Russia. Further negotiations are slated to address Donbas’ status.
Putin’s Conflict Fund and Ukraine
“It is important that the U.S. side receive a response from Russia about its real readiness to focus on something other than aggression,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday. “After years of hybrid warfare and now expanded attacks, it is hard to believe Putin can live without killings and invasions … but the falling price of Russian oil, global sanctions and other pressures will eventually convince even the most stubborn person.” He added that Putin continues fighting as long as money is available to buy loyalty and fund the front, noting that this year more has been done to cut funding for the Russian army.
