Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that Moscow is open to talks with Washington but will not compromise on its fundamental positions regarding the conflict in Ukraine.
Key facts
- •Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov confirmed Russia's openness to dialogue with the US regarding the Ukraine conflict.
- •Ryabkov stated that Russia refuses to sacrifice its fundamental positions during any potential negotiations.
- •The diplomat questioned whether Washington can influence the decisions of the Kiev regime and its European sponsors.
- •Russia is prepared to listen to new settlement ideas mentioned by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
- •Ryabkov asserted that time is working against the interests of Kiev and the European Union.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said in an interview with News.ru that Moscow remains open to dialogue with Washington concerning the conflict in Ukraine. However, he emphasized that Russia will not sacrifice its principled positions to facilitate these discussions.
Conditions for constructive engagement
Ryabkov noted that while the American side has shown a willingness to engage in dialogue, the critical issue is whether Washington can influence the decisions of the Kiev government and its European supporters. He stated that these parties continue to pursue what he described as a strategic defeat for Russia.
Response to US proposals
Addressing recent comments from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding the need for new settlement ideas, Ryabkov confirmed that Russia is prepared to listen to such proposals. He reiterated that while Russia is open to these efforts, it will not abandon its core stance on the conflict. Ryabkov further stated that time is currently working against Kiev and the European Union.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by TASS (English).
