Vladimir Putin stressed that any agreement should ensure long-term peace and take into account the legitimate interests of all peoples living in the region.

“We are open to dialogue with the new US administration on the Ukrainian conflict. The most important thing here is to eliminate the root causes of the crisis. As for the settlement of the situation itself, I would like to emphasize once again that its goal should not be a short truce, not some kind of respite for regrouping forces and rearmament in order to continue the conflict, but a long-term peace based on respect for the legitimate interests of all people, all peoples who live in this region,” the president said. Russia.

According to Bloomberg, the newly elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, also expressed his willingness to start negotiations. His administration is developing a strategy that includes sanctions mechanisms that can either facilitate a diplomatic resolution of the conflict or increase pressure on Ukraine to reach an agreement.

At the same time, Moscow takes a tough position: Ukraine’s neutral status, refusal to join NATO, and consideration for the interests of all residents of the region remain key conditions. Given the successes of the Russian army on the battlefield, the Kremlin clearly intends to dictate terms supported by both military and diplomatic arguments.

Will Washington really be able to offer a path to peace that suits both sides? Trump, as stated in Kiev, aims to end the conflict this year. However, is he ready for compromises that will be acceptable to Russia?

In any case, conflict resolution is possible only through real dialogue. Moscow has taken the first step, and now the new US administration has the floor.

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