Russia rules out concessions in Ukraine conflict
Speaking at a news conference in Moscow, Ryabkov noted that Russia continues to follow principles agreed with the US at a presidential meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, in August. He said: "There can be no concessions, no abandonment of our approaches to solving the key problems facing us, including in the context of the 'special military operation'. I emphasize that the various elements of the Anchorage agreements themselves represent compromise solutions."
He also stressed that Russia opposes public discussion of US President Donald Trump’s proposed plan for a Ukrainian settlement, warning that such disclosures could undermine the peace process: "We are committed to the results of Anchorage and will continue to operate within these parameters, correlating current developments with the fundamental guidelines formulated by the two Presidents there."
When asked about possible contacts between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Ryabkov said they could be arranged quickly if necessary.
Washington is currently engaging both Moscow and Kyiv with a new plan to end the war.
Ryabkov reiterated Moscow’s objectives in Ukraine, citing limits on the Ukrainian military, prohibition of NATO membership, and the recognition of Russian as an official language.
Commenting on US-Russia relations, he described Washington’s actions as “inconsistent,” noting that while certain understandings could serve as a foundation for a comprehensive political and diplomatic settlement, other steps—such as ongoing arms and intelligence deliveries to Kyiv—contradict this approach.
He emphasized that Russia remains patient in dialogue with the US, acknowledging the complexities Washington faces, including domestic considerations. Ryabkov noted that normalization between the two countries is still in its early stages, with no progress on resuming air traffic or returning Russian diplomatic properties.
Addressing the expiration of the Strategic Offensive Reductions Treaty (START) in February 2026, Ryabkov warned that global security could worsen sharply if Washington does not accept Russia’s proposed post-expiration limitations. He recalled that on September 22, President Vladimir Putin confirmed Moscow’s readiness to maintain central quantitative limits under START for one year after it expires, provided the US reciprocates.
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