Russian President Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov asserted that Moscow is moving toward a stage where drone threats to the Russian Federation can be fully neutralized. He told RIA Novosti that with time, the capability to eliminate this danger will be achieved and sustained. The Kremlin spokesman underscored that Russia will maintain a focused military operation aimed at stopping ongoing drone activity against its territory and infrastructure. He noted that Ukrainian authorities have repeatedly resorted to attacks on Russian soil, and the ongoing special operation will continue to deter and disrupt those efforts.
Peskov also commented on the absence of preconditions for renewed talks between Russia and Ukraine. He stressed that Kyiv has not demonstrated genuine interest in negotiations, while President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly signaled Moscow’s openness to dialogue. The spokesperson emphasized that Ukraine must come to terms with the realities since March 2022 and engage in negotiations with Moscow, outlining a framework for future discussions rather than sidestepping dialogue.
In recent remarks on negotiating conditions, the Russian side reiterated its position that any dialogue would have to address the current security and territorial realities that have emerged over the past years. The conversation, according to official channels, would be anchored in a realistic assessment of regional security, the status of disputed territories, and mutual assurances that address the concerns of both sides. The official stance remains that progress depends on Kyiv’s willingness to engage in substantive negotiations and to acknowledge the consequences of ongoing hostilities.