Kremlin Warns US-Russia Relations Nearing Breakup

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that U.S.-Russia relations are on the brink of a breakup, emphasizing that a political solution to the Ukraine conflict hinges on Russia's demands being met. Despite President Trump's claims of a recent conversation with Vladimir Putin about ending the war, the Kremlin has neither confirmed nor denied the call. Ryabkov reiterated that for any resolution, Ukraine must abandon its NATO ambitions and withdraw from Russian-occupied territories. Trump has asserted that he could swiftly resolve the conflict, but skepticism remains among European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who stresses the importance of Ukrainian involvement in negotiations. Meanwhile, the urgency for diplomatic efforts persists as Russian drone strikes on Ukraine continue. The upcoming Munich Security Conference will be crucial for discussions on the war's future.