Posted on 03/30/2026 12:33:30 PM PDT by MinorityRepublican
U.S.-mediated peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have not reached a dead end, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on March 30 in response to a question from the Kyiv Independent, arguing that negotiations are merely postponed.
The comments come as diplomacy appears stalled, with the U.S. now focused on the war in Iran and no new Kyiv-Moscow-Washington talks scheduled.
Despite the pause, Zelensky sought to project momentum, even as fundamental disagreements — particularly over territory — remain unresolved.
"The trilateral meeting must take place; it is undoubtedly being postponed because the U.S. is currently focused on Iran," Zelensky said about a potential next round of talks.
"I don't think we've reached an impasse," he added. "We need to organize a trilateral meeting and continue down the diplomatic track."
Ukraine maintains that freezing the current front line represents the most realistic basis for a ceasefire. Russia continues to insist that Ukrainian forces withdraw from parts of Donbas as a precondition for any agreement — a demand Kyiv has rejected.
At the same time, the U.S. has indicated it is ready to provide security guarantees to Ukraine only once a comprehensive peace deal is reached — effectively linking such commitments to resolving the territorial dispute, including the question of Donbas.
The latest round of trilateral talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. took place on Feb. 16. A follow-up meeting planned for late February — later rescheduled for early March — was postponed shortly before Washington launched strikes on Iran.
(Excerpt) Read more at kyivindependent.com ...
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This “special military operation” which was anticipated to last weeks will probably grind on for another 5-10 years and consume a million more lives while devastating the rest of Ukraine and parts of Russia.
War is essentially irrational.
Russia has been through this before. One wonders when Putin will be taken out by internal forces. The same for the X-rated comedian Mr Z.
Hey
We have other stuff to worry about.
Cut your own deal with the Russians.
Why is he calling on the USA to negotiate, he should do it himself.
Why do you need the US to negotiate?? You know what’s up.
Ukrainian 100th Brigade Surrenders en Masse Near Kostiantynivka
LOL The Russians will capture all of Donetsk any day now. /s
Terrible.
By the time the war ends, the EU will fall apart. So Ukraine won't be able to join the EU.
Get lost Zelensky. You work it out with your Euro buddies. We are otherwise occupied for a long time.
See post #13
AI Overview
Based on available information as of March 2026, there are no credible reports, official statements, or verified intelligence indicating that the Ukrainian 100th Separate Mechanized Brigade has surrendered, en masse or otherwise, near Kostiantynivka.
Trump cut off Russia from Venezuelan oil.. Now he’s cut off Russia from Iran’s drones... If one were to look at this whole ball of mildewed wax and took the time to figure it out... Trump is actually at war with Russia as much he’s at war with anybody else. Which is obviously good for the Ukraine.
The Defense of Luhivske has Collapsed💥⚔️ Massive Strike🚀💢 Oil Prices are Going Up📈🛢️ MS 2026.03.30
Military Summary Channel. Facts on the ground...
https://youtu.be/72LZi0L8YkQ?si=DvMae0U1pSffkRl9
The United States has and continues supporting Ukraine against Russia.
Zelensky should play his own Cards with Ruzzia. Trump should ignore little Z-Man.
Zelinsky: “No more money to steal? I would like to end the war now please.”
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