Lavrov: Negocierile de pace cu Ucraina se pot desfăşura în paralel cu luptele / ”Lupte şi diplomaţie”

Russia is open to resuming peace negotiations with Ukraine but sees no need to halt fighting during discussions, according to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He stated that both diplomacy and military actions can occur simultaneously, reflecting on past experiences. Lavrov mentioned that Russia's previous goodwill gesture in withdrawing troops near Kyiv was met with deception, as Ukraine later rejected a proposed peace agreement. He reiterated that Russia will continue pursuing its military objectives during any future negotiations. Meanwhile, discussions between Russian, Ukrainian, and American negotiators may take place soon, although Russia remains cautious about the timing.