Russia will not make any concessions on Ukraine

Russia says it will not make concessions on Ukraine despite US «peace initiatives»

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Ryabkov said that Russia «welcomes» any peace initiatives by the United States, but does not plan to make any concessions on Ukraine. He said this at a briefing in Moscow, answering questions about the ongoing negotiations between the US, Ukrainian and Russian delegations.

«We will achieve all the military objectives of the SVO. There will be no concessions that could compromise our interests,“ Ryabkov said.

What is behind the application

Ryabkov's rhetoric shows that the Kremlin is trying to create the impression of being «open» to dialogue, while completely rejecting key conditions, that the US and Ukraine include in their peace proposals.

According to international media, the format of the talks in Geneva, Abu Dhabi and other locations is being discussed of the updated US peace plan, However, Russia continues to insist on «its own red lines», which include demands that are unacceptable to Kyiv.

Context: US intensifies peace efforts

Washington is trying to promote a diplomatic process that includes:

- cessation of hostilities;
- regaining control over critical infrastructure;
- strengthening Ukraine's security guarantees;
- Formation of long-term mechanisms for deterring Russia.

However, statements by the Russian Foreign Ministry show that Moscow has no plans to change its line and continues to tie any «peace» to the satisfaction of its demands.

Why the statement is important

Ryabkov's rhetoric demonstrates that:

- The Kremlin is trying to strengthen your position in negotiations,
- Russia is trying to show that there is no internal pressure to make concessions,
- The statements are aimed at informing both the Western audience and the domestic population.

Experts believe that this position shows that Russia has no real intention to stop the aggression without significant pressure from the US and EU.