Kremlin Dismisses US Sanctions Threat as Talks on Ukraine Continue

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Kremlin Dismisses US Sanctions Threat as Talks on Ukraine Continue

4 months ago

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Kremlin Dismisses US Sanctions Threat as Talks on Ukraine Continue

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Russia dismisses new US sanctions as "old news."
Trump gives Russia a 50-day ultimatum to achieve a ceasefire.
Kremlin maintains optimism for ongoing US-Russia talks.

Russia has brushed off the threat of new sanctions from the United States, with officials stating these measures have "long ceased to be news." This response follows President Donald Trump's ultimatum for a ceasefire in Ukraine within a 50-day timeframe, otherwise facing economic repercussions. "We do not accept threats," said a Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman, underscoring Moscow's defiance against external pressure, according to India Times.

The Kremlin expressed skepticism that Trump's harsher stance points to an end of diplomatic discussions. Spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized the distinction between negotiating a ceasefire and broader bilateral relations, stating, "We assume that this is not what it means," according to TRT Global and Channel News Asia.

Despite the heightened tensions, previous peace discussions facilitated agreements such as the exchange of prisoners. However, complications remain evident as neither party has scheduled a third round of talks, reflecting the complexities facing negotiations on a ceasefire, as reported by Reuters.