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Andrew Dieri, associate director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center, praised these developments, viewing the presence of American officials in Kyiv as a positive sign. He noted that it indicates ongoing U.S. engagement and a willingness to listen to Ukrainian concerns. However, Dieri also highlighted the challenge that peace negotiations face, pointing out that Russia’s intransigence and reluctance to truly cease hostilities have prevented substantial progress.