Russia Rejects US Peace Proposals on Ukraine, Citing Unaddressed Issues

Russia has rejected current U.S. proposals to end the conflict in Ukraine, with Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stating that the plans do not address key issues Moscow identifies as root causes of the war. Ryabkov's comments suggest that negotiations between the U.S. and Russia have stalled, as President Vladimir Putin has previously indicated that the proposals need significant revisions. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed frustration, threatening sanctions on countries purchasing Russian oil if progress is not made towards a ceasefire. The proposals have been deemed unacceptable by Moscow, which insists that any agreement must resolve its primary concerns, including Ukraine's NATO ambitions and control over certain territories. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov acknowledged the complexity of the discussions and confirmed ongoing communication with the U.S. regarding the situation. The deadlock continues amid rising tensions as both sides appear unwilling to compromise on their fundamental positions.