Putin praised the incoming U.S. administration’s efforts to break the stalemate, acknowledging the deep-seated complexities of the battlefield. To facilitate the talks, the Russian president ordered a localized pause in military strikes against Kyiv. While this move provided a temporary reprieve, a comprehensive ceasefire agreement remains elusive as both sides maintain conflicting demands.
Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed that Kyiv is participating in the dialogue, mirroring the Kremlin’s gesture by temporarily halting strikes on Moscow. Despite this reciprocal de-escalation, the fundamental divide between Russian and Ukrainian positions persists. The meeting underscores a high-stakes attempt at mediation, though the path to a sustainable peace remains fraught with technical and political hurdles.
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