Lavrov: Russia's Stance on Ukraine Settlement Unchanged Since SVO Start

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow's position on the Ukrainian settlement has not changed since the start of the Special Military Operation, including relative to the last trilateral meeting with the USA and Ukraine. This signals a hardening of Russia's stance, contradicting any expectations of flexibility in negotiations. The statement suggests that Russia remains committed to its maximalist goals, reducing the likelihood of a near-term diplomatic breakthrough.

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