U.S. and Russia Continue Riyadh Talks Amid Ongoing Drone Strikes in Ukraine
U.S. and Russian negotiators are engaged in ceasefire talks in Riyadh while drone attacks on Ukrainian cities persist, raising concerns over the negotiations' effectiveness.
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Trump’s strategy rests on a fantasy: that Putin would ever act in Washington’s interests over his own.
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U.S. officials prioritize maritime stability, with negotiations expected to expand toward broader security guarantees, though an immediate breakthrough remains uncertain.
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U.S. and Russian negotiators are holding talks on Monday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to discuss a partial cease-fire in Ukraine.
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It has been a struggle to reach even a limited, 30-day ceasefire — which Moscow and Kyiv agreed to in principle last week — with both sides continuing to attack each other with drones and missiles.
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Russia launched a massive drone attack targeting Kyiv and other major cities in Ukraine overnight on Sunday, highlighting just how far there is to go before a peace agreement can be made.
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Sunday brought another reality check to the White House's optimism.
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Kyiv, which accused Russia of flouting its moratorium almost immediately, said it would need to sign a formal document to suspend its own attacks, something which has not happened.
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While many watching from Washington, and across Europe, will hope some initial positivity can be translated into a 30-day ceasefire and longer-term negotiations, a wide gulf in expectations exists between Russia, Ukraine and their US interlocutors.
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Clearly, Vladimir Putin is not going to do that.
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Summary
U.S. and Russian negotiators met in Riyadh for ceasefire talks concerning Ukraine, despite ongoing Russian drone strikes that injured civilians in Sumy, including children. Ukrainian leaders have criticized Russia for failing to halt attacks, calling for increased pressure from international partners. While both U.S. and Russian officials express cautious optimism about the talks, major disagreements remain over what targets would be protected under a potential ceasefire. The negotiations, which include discussions on a Black Sea ceasefire and grain shipment stability, reflect the complex dynamics of ongoing military actions and diplomatic communication between the parties involved.
Perspectives
The U.S. is negotiating with Russia and Ukraine for a ceasefire and potential peace deal, focusing on energy infrastructure and maritime shipping safety in the Black Sea.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy insists that pressure must be maintained on Putin to ensure the cessation of attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
Concerns about the narrative from the Trump administration supporting Russian claims of legitimacy in occupied Ukrainian territories continue to raise doubts among Ukrainian officials about U.S. intentions.
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