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Kremlin Says No Immediate Prospect of Resuming Peace Talks with Ukraine
On July 16, 2026, the Kremlin stated that there is no immediate prospect of resuming peace talks with Ukraine, though Russia remains open to negotiations. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov acknowledged Turkey's willingness to mediate but said no new talks are expected. Nearly 4.5 years into the war, front lines are largely static while both sides continue striking cities, energy infrastructure, and vessels at sea. Three rounds of peace talks occurred in Istanbul in 2025, followed by two rounds in Abu Dhabi and one in Geneva in early 2026, mediated by the US. However, negotiations broke off in February 2026 as Washington became distracted by its war with Iran.
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