Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed on Thursday that Russia is still reviewing the proposal, noting that it is premature to outline any potential agenda. The invitation, extended by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, arrives as the White House struggles to translate its push for negotiations into a concrete settlement for the war in Ukraine.
Direct engagement could theoretically bridge the gap between the two powers, yet Moscow maintains a rigid stance on the path forward. Peskov emphasized that Russia seeks a permanent peace deal rather than the temporary ceasefire often advocated by Western officials and Kyiv. This fundamental disagreement over the mechanics of ending hostilities complicates the diplomatic calculus for both sides. For the Kremlin, the decision hinges on whether the G20 setting provides enough leverage to advance its specific terms or if the format offers insufficient value for a high-level summit.
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