US Withdraws from Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks, Demands Concrete Solutions

The United States has officially stepped back from its role as a primary mediator in peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, with State Department officials stating the US will no longer 'fly around the world at the drop of a hat' to facilitate talks. The US government emphasized that it remains committed to supporting the peace process but insists it is now up to Kyiv and Moscow to present and develop 'concrete' proposals for ending the conflict. This strategic shift follows frustrations over stalled negotiations and a lack of progress toward a ceasefire, as well as recent tensions between US, Ukrainian, and Russian leaders. US Vice President JD Vance and other officials acknowledged the war is unlikely to end soon, underscoring that both parties must take responsibility for advancing peace. The Kremlin recently rejected a US peace proposal over territorial disputes, while Ukraine remains adamant it will not accept Russian annexation of its land. Despite withdrawing as chief mediator, the US will continue to support efforts aimed at reaching a resolution.