Russia has rejected ongoing Western talks on Ukraine’s future security guarantees, declaring that any peace initiative excluding Moscow is unrealistic.
Speaking in Amman, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized U.S. and European leaders for meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy without Russian participation. “Seriously discussing security without Russia is utopia — it’s a road to nowhere,” Lavrov said.
The remarks followed a White House meeting where President Donald Trump assured Zelenskiy that Washington would support Ukraine’s security but ruled out deploying U.S. troops. Instead, he hinted at possible air support as part of a peace deal.
NATO military chiefs also held virtual discussions on Ukraine, with officials calling for a “just, credible, and durable peace.” However, Lavrov insisted Russia must be included in any talks and accused European leaders of escalating tensions.
The standoff deepened after Poland reported a likely Russian drone crash, with Warsaw accusing Moscow of deliberate provocation during peace discussions.
Ukraine, meanwhile, continues to coordinate with allies. Chief of staff Andriy Yermak said Kyiv’s military teams are drafting the details of future security guarantees, while also preparing for scenarios in which Russia prolongs the war.
Moscow suggested that “reliable” guarantees could be based on the 2022 Istanbul draft, which included commitments from the five permanent members of the UN Security Council. Kyiv, however, rejected it at the time, arguing it gave Moscow excessive influence.