Russia Reports No Signals from Kyiv on New Peace Talks

Regional and Ukrainian-linked reports describe peace efforts where Sergei Lavrov is cut out, suggesting talks are being shaped without Russia’s usual diplomatic leadership. They highlight Zelenskiy’s push for tighter sanctions with partners like Britain as part of a pressure campaign rather than a shift toward direct talks with Moscow. They expect any negotiation with Russia to follow, not replace, efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s position through sanctions and security guarantees.

• •Regional officials say Sergei Lavrov has been excluded from current Ukraine peace talks.
• •Ukrainian sources describe peace discussions taking place mainly with Western partners rather than directly with Russian diplomats.
• •Volodymyr Zelenskiy reports discussing additional sanctions on Russia with the British government.
• •Regional reporting links sanctions coordination with Britain to a broader effort to weaken Russia’s ability to continue the war.
• •Ukrainian-linked voices argue that direct talks with Moscow should only happen after stronger security backing and pressure on Russia are in place.