Ukraine’s government says Russia indicated during recent talks in Geneva that it could accept U.S.-backed security guarantees as part of a potential post-war settlement, though major differences remain unresolved.<\/p>\n
Russia Open To US Security Plan, Officials Say<\/p>\n
On Saturday, Kyrylo Budanov, chief of staff to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said in a televised interview that Russian representatives signaled openness to security guarantees proposed by the United States, reported Reuters. <\/p>\n
“At the last talks, the Russian side said for example that they would accept the security guarantees offered to Ukraine by the United States,” Budanov said.<\/p>\n
The remarks follow peace negotiations in Geneva that both sides described as difficult. U.S. officials said the discussions showed “meaningful progress,” but no final agreement was reached.<\/p>\n
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Moscow and Kyiv to reach a deal to end Europe’s largest war since World War II. <\/p>\n
Zelenskyy has insisted Ukraine needs binding commitments from the U.S. and its European allies to deter future attacks.<\/p>\n
Budanov also said Russia has not agreed to a proposed summit between Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, a meeting previously floated by U.S. envoys.<\/p>\n
Ceasefire At Nuclear Plant As Trump Warns Of Wider War Risk<\/p>\n