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Zhelenin: Despite Lavrov’s maximalist posture, ceasefire proposal a sign of wartime strain on Russia, longing for peace, concessions to come.
China’s newly released white paper on national security offers valuable insights into the country’s security concepts and practices, as well as its resolve and confidence in safeguarding national interests amid a turbulent global landscape.
Zhelenin: Trump’s threats to stop aid to Kiev were intended to force Zelensky to surrender to Russia, but instead, his policies are leading to a catastrophe that will only prolong war.
Vinokurov: For talks to work, US, Russia must normalize dialogue, but US wants truce first, while Russia wants to restore trust, formalize relations before proceeding with a ceasefire.
Experts: Dmitriyev’s mission shows real promise of normalization, despite pressure from hawks in US, Ukraine and Brussels on Trump’s policy
Lavrov: Russia wants fair access to grain and fertilizer markets, is concerned about global food security; US ‘hears’ Russia’s requirement for guarantees after failed first grain deal.
World leaders, analysts comment on proposed deescalation; sentiment of Zelensky, Medvedev and more: ‘If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu’ – Putin-Trump talks sideline Ukraine.
NG: details on a possible ceasefire are sparse; Ushakov: We seek a “long-term peace,” and we have “nothing” to get out of truce, which will only give Kiev time to regroup, gain strength.
Jeddah talks result in proposal for ceasefire of 30 days; Russian officials, pointing to drone wreckage, call Kiev “incapable of negotiation.”
Petrov: Trump, Zelensky are both showbiz stars vying for the same leading role; Trump knows time is not on his side, so won’t drag feud out.