Russia has warned that any attempt to resolve Ukraine’s security issues without its participation is a “road to nowhere,” as diplomatic efforts continue in Washington and Europe. The warning came from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday, following meetings between U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders to discuss security guarantees for Kyiv.
Lavrov emphasized that the West, particularly the United States, “understands perfectly well that seriously discussing security issues without the Russian Federation is a utopia; it’s a road to nowhere.” His statement reflects Moscow’s insistence on being an integral participant in any negotiations addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, more than three years after the Russian invasion.
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According to reports, Trump has been mediating between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reach a potential settlement. However, Lavrov stressed that any summit must be meticulously prepared to avoid worsening the conflict. He also criticized European leaders for offering “no constructive ideas” during their discussions with Trump, describing their attempts as clumsy and unhelpful.
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Meanwhile, NATO military chiefs met on Wednesday to explore potential security guarantees for Ukraine. The coalition, comprising 30 nations including European countries, Japan, and Australia, is considering plans to support a possible peace agreement. Trump has explicitly ruled out sending U.S. troops to Ukraine, and Russia has reiterated that it would reject any NATO presence in the country.
Tensions remain high after Poland reported that an object resembling a Russian Shahed drone landed in an eastern cornfield, viewed as a potential provocation amid the ongoing peace discussions. Analysts warn that excluding Russia from critical security talks could stall diplomatic progress and risk further escalation.
The situation underscores the complexity of resolving the Ukraine conflict and highlights the importance of including all key stakeholders in negotiations to achieve lasting peace.
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