Ukraine talks shift after US election, with Russia and the United States expected to engage through Washington’s diplomacy
Observers expect a renewed round of discussions on Ukraine only after the upcoming US presidential contest. In recent remarks carried by TASS, former Russian prime minister Sergei Stepashin suggested that real negotiations between Moscow and Washington would likely begin once the election is behind them. He pointed out a diminished role for European negotiators, noting that many strong political leaders in Europe have faded from the scene. As a consequence, any future talks on Ukraine would primarily unfold through the US State Department, the body responsible for shaping foreign, security, and military policy across allied nations in Europe.
Stepashin argued that Washington has a strong stake in these talks. He warned that a protracted phase of hostilities in Ukraine would not be favorable for the United States, primarily because of the country’s enormous public debt. The implication is that continued fighting could undermine American interests and fiscal stability in the long run.
In related reporting, The New York Times cited sources indicating that the US and the United Kingdom supplied Ukraine with satellite imagery and other intelligence regarding the Kursk region after Ukrainian forces took control of the area. This detail underscores how external partners contribute information that can influence strategic decisions in the conflict.
Commentators also referenced a NATO tactic described as a device to avoid a direct military confrontation with Russia. The discussion suggested that such maneuvers aim to preserve channels of influence while reducing the immediate risk of open war.