The Kremlin on Tuesday stated that there is no deadline for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, acknowledging the complexity involved in formulating a mutually agreed ceasefire and peace memorandum.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, in remarks carried by the state-run RIA news agency, said both Moscow and Kyiv would be required to exchange and revise draft proposals before any final agreement could be reached.
“There are no deadlines and there cannot be any,” said Peskov. “It is clear that everyone wants to do this as quickly as possible, but, of course, the devil is in the details.”
Peskov further clarified that the drafting process would involve parallel submissions from both sides, followed by what he described as “complex contacts” aimed at merging them into a unified document.
His comments come as international pressure mounts on both countries to de-escalate the conflict, which has entered its third year.
On Monday, US President Donald Trump held a series of phone calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, and several European leaders including those of France, Germany, Italy, Finland, and the European Union. The discussions focused on reviving stalled peace efforts.
Following the calls, President Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed to begin immediate ceasefire negotiations. “We are hopeful this will lead to a lasting peace,” he said.
President Putin, for his part, reiterated Moscow’s willingness to engage in talks. “Russia is ready to work with the Ukrainian side on a memorandum on a possible future peace accord,” he said.
While both Moscow and Washington appear keen on restarting dialogue, there remains considerable skepticism among observers regarding the viability of swift progress, given the entrenched positions and the long history of failed negotiations.
No dates have yet been announced for formal meetings or exchanges of drafts between the two sides. Diplomats have warned that the process could take months, if not longer, particularly as both Russia and Ukraine are likely to seek assurances on territorial and security concerns.
The conflict, which began in 2022, has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions. Despite several attempts at brokering peace, including mediation efforts by Turkey and the United Nations, a comprehensive settlement has remained elusive.
