Part 4/13:
The Kremlin’s official report confirmed that the leaders discussed a 30-day ceasefire and diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. Both leaders expressed interest in normalizing relations and expanding cooperation in areas like security, economics, and cultural exchanges—including potential hockey matches between the US and Russia. However, the Kremlin underscored a critical condition: the conflict will not cease unless the US and NATO halt their military aid and intelligence support to Ukraine. There was no discussion of returning occupied territories to Ukraine, acknowledging the reality that Russia’s annexed regions are unlikely to be relinquished.