Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said Moscow welcomes efforts by all states aimed at a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis. He framed Indonesia’s plan as an example of constructive diplomacy and noted that, while the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not publish official data on every proposal, it has observed media reports describing Indonesia’s approach to a settlement in Ukraine. This reaction reflects Moscow’s stated readiness to consider proposals that could open pathways to dialogue and de-escalation, even as it emphasizes the importance of verifiable steps and mutual assurances. The deputy minister’s comments, conveyed through official channels and cited by agencies, highlight a cautious openness to proposals that seek to bridge differences without compromising core security concerns. [Source: TASS]
At the Shangri-La Dialogue security conference in Singapore on June 3, Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto introduced a plan for the peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict. The plan proposes that both sides withdraw 15 kilometers from their current positions and authorize the deployment of international peacekeeping forces in a demilitarized zone. The proposal envisions international monitoring as a mechanism to reduce hostilities, create space for negotiations, and prevent a relapse into broader confrontation. The emphasis on measured retreat and neutral oversight is presented as a framework to lower tensions while safeguarding the strategic interests and security concerns of all parties involved. [Source: Indonesian government presentation; corroborating coverage]
Oleg Nikolenko, who was serving as the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry press secretary at the time, responded to Indonesia’s plan by arguing that the approach would not achieve a durable settlement. He warned that a ceasefire and the creation of a demilitarized zone, coupled with international peacekeeping, could inadvertently give Russian forces time to regroup and reassert control. The assessment underscores a broader concern shared by Kyiv: that pauses in fighting must be paired with verifiable commitments, strict enforcement mechanisms, and ongoing political engagement to prevent strategic leverage by the aggressor. Critics within Ukraine and its allies stress the need for transparent verification, continuous accountability, and a clear path to political resolution beyond temporary truces. [Source: Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs statements; media coverage]