Kremlin adviser Jurij Uszakow said Russia held five‑hour talks with Washington in Moscow Tuesday to hash out a detailed peace plan.
Moscow‑Washington Talks
Uszakow stated that the United States is ready to make every effort to achieve an agreement that helps settle the conflict, a goal that aligns with Moscow’s interests. The talks lasted five hours and involved a discussion of the peace plan with President Vladimir Putin.
Discussion Topics
The adviser presented his view to American envoys about the current version of the peace plan, specifically noting Ukrainian aspirations to join NATO.
Confidentiality of Negotiations
Uszakow emphasized that Moscow and Washington agreed to keep the details of their closed‑door discussions undisclosed.
Informal Debates on Occupied Territories
Leaked media reports indicated that the talks also covered the status of Ukrainian lands occupied by Russia and the size of the Ukrainian army. Uszakow accused Ukrainians of spreading false information about front‑line conditions, countering Kyiv’s claim that Moscow lies about alleged military successes.
EU Response and Further Contacts
Uszakow expressed a wish for EU states to respond to the negotiations and the conflict with increased understanding, asserting that Russia remains open to further contacts with European countries.
Zelensky’s Comments and Cancelled Meeting
In Dublin, President Volodymyr Zelensky said he expects immediate contact with Americans after their meetings and is ready to meet again with the U.S. President, though outcomes will depend on the effectiveness of Moscow talks. He noted the possibility of peace in Ukraine but serious obstacles remain. KyivPost later reported that the scheduled meeting with the U.S. delegation was cancelled, with reasons unknown.