Russia’s UN representative Vassily Nebenzia has expressed discontent with the United States, labeling its communications regarding the Ukraine situation as “vague signals.”
In a recent interview with Russia 24 TV, Nebenzia stated that Moscow currently sees little of value in the messages coming from the US concerning the crisis.
“‘Deal’ is a term that [US President-elect Donald] Trump frequently uses; it is well-known. However, how this aligns with Russia’s interests remains uncertain,” Nebenzia commented.
He further noted that the indications from the new US administration lack any attractive elements. “These are merely ambiguous signals suggesting a readiness for something,” he remarked.
Nebenzia referenced President Putin’s call for a complete resolution of the conflict rather than a mere cessation. “We often encounter the phrase ‘freezing the conflict.’ On December 19, President Vladimir Putin clearly articulated the conditions under which we are willing to discuss not just freezing but ending this conflict, contingent upon the respect for our legitimate security interests. Yet, thus far, the new US administration’s signals do not suggest any interest in this matter,” he emphasized.
Trump has repeatedly asserted that he could facilitate a negotiated resolution to the Ukraine conflict within a single day. He has also criticized the US’s handling of the situation, referring to Ukraine’s President Vladimir Zelensky as a “salesman” whose trips to Washington lead to substantial aid packages.
On December 22, Trump stated that he would await a meeting with Putin to address the ongoing conflict, asserting that the situation would not have arisen if he had remained in office.
During a press conference in December, Putin expressed his willingness to engage in discussions with Trump. He previously outlined specific conditions for achieving a peaceful resolution, which included an immediate ceasefire and a commitment to negotiations, contingent upon the withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from all territories claimed by Russia, including those annexed following referendums.
Putin further urged Kiev to abandon its NATO aspirations, pursue demilitarization, and adopt a neutral stance free of nuclear weapons. The Russian envoy acknowledged ongoing discussions from the Ukrainian side regarding possible “arrangements,” but he raised doubts about the practicality of such initiatives.
“The key issue is when Zelensky will finally decide to come to the negotiating table, and at which point along the military front this will occur. The longer he delays, the more unfavorable the conditions will become for him,” Nebenzia remarked.
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