Russia today declared exhausted the “strong impetus” for the solution of the conflict in Ukraine that was achieved during the summit of the presidents of Russia, Vladimir Putin, and the United States, Donald Trump, in Alaska last August.
“Unfortunately, we must note that the strong impetus generated in Anchorage (Alaska) in favor of negotiations has been exhausted,” said Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, quoted by the TASS agency.
According to the diplomat, the blame for this lies largely with the “destructive” efforts of European politicians.
Riabkov again warned the United States against sending Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine and expressed confidence that Washington understands the “serious consequences” that this step will entail.
Regarding Putin’s proposal to extend the last nuclear disarmament treaty between the two powers (START III) for a year, given its expiration on February 5, 2026, Ryabkov indicated that Moscow has not yet received a formal response from Washington in this regard.
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Last Monday, the Kremlin welcomed Trump’s reaction to Putin’s initiative, which the American leader called “good”.
However, so far the Russian authorities have not received an official response from the United States to proceed with the extension of the document.
