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Kremlin insists Ukraine war is near over but Zelenskiy doubts peace is coming
International
Published on 12 May 2026
Peace talks are teased as Ukraine questions Moscow’s intent
The Kremlin says Vladimir Putin still believes the war in Ukraine is almost over, even as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy casts doubt on Moscow’s willingness to end the fighting. The Kremlin spokesman pointed to supposed “trilateral work” involving Ukraine and the US as groundwork for a peace deal, implying negotiations may be reaching a conclusion.
- Putin repeats that the war is nearing an end
- Zelenskiy challenges Moscow’s claim about peace intentions
- Kremlin cites “trilateral work” with Ukraine and the US
- A peace deal is suggested to be approaching
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