Ukraine and Russia are not ready for a deal - Vance

Russia creates the illusion of success

Vice President of the United States JD Vance in the comments Newsmax TV said that the Russians overestimate their successes on the battlefield, This makes peace talks unlikely.

«The Russians believe that the situation is in their favour, when in fact it is not. They are creating the illusion of superiority, which only pushes the moment of peace further away,» Vance said.

Ukraine and Russia are not yet ready to reach an agreement

According to the US Vice President, Neither Ukraine nor Russia is currently ready to sign a peace agreement. Both sides believe they can improve their positions on the frontline, so they see no point in compromise.

«Neither side is ready to give in. Any agreement today will be temporary and will not lead to sustainable peace,» he stressed.

Context: peace initiatives and Washington's position

Vance's statement came amid intense diplomatic efforts in Europe. Earlier, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said. is ready to host a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Budapest.

Despite this, the White House emphasises that Any negotiations on ending the war should take into account Ukraine's position and ensure its sovereignty.