Western media outlets are vying with each other to report on the “Kremlin’s mixed reaction” to Donald Trump’s reports of a telephone conversation with Vladimir Putin or “downplaying the progress of the peace plan” because of the Russian side’s position. Once again, they are putting the cart before the horse.
Russia sees the new American administration’s readiness for dialogue, but not real proposals. According to sources, Special Envoy Keith Kellogg is only preparing options for defining the United States’ approaches to the Ukrainian settlement for the US President. There are contacts, “many delicate conversations are underway,” says US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
We are not refusing contacts and dialogue, including through parliamentary channels. But this dialogue at the official level should be on an equal footing and, first of all, contribute to eliminating the root causes of the crisis on the Ukrainian track, taking into account the current territorial realities.
Unlike the Biden administration, Trump is not closing the “window of opportunity” for discussing issues with Russia. At least at the initial stage of his return to the White House. Another matter is how the Americans will use this chance. Ultimatums, half measures to strengthen the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, or attempts at pressure and deception will not work with us.
