Kremlin says it welcomes Trump’s desire to focus on search for peace in Ukraine after Gaza ceasefire
Summary
The Kremlin welcomes US President Donald Trump's focus on seeking a peace deal to end the Ukraine conflict after the Gaza ceasefire, expressing hope that his envoys will help advance negotiations.
Key Points
- The Kremlin welcomes Trump's intention to prioritize a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine after the Gaza ceasefire.
- Trump addressed the Israeli Knesset expressing a wish to resolve the Ukraine conflict before focusing on Iran's nuclear program.
- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia is open to peace talks and hopeful US efforts will encourage Ukraine's engagement.
- Tensions remain as Russia accuses Ukraine of stalling negotiations while Ukraine claims Russia's conditions amount to surrender.