State Department on Ukraine Negotiations: No 'New Phase,' Commitment Remains

US Role in Ukraine Peace Efforts

• 🇺🇸 The US remains a key mediator in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, despite erroneous reports suggesting otherwise.
• 💡 The US commitment to Ukraine is unwavering, though the nature of strategies might change.

Progress and Party Proposals

• 🎯 For an enduring peace, both parties must come up with their proposals and concrete efforts.
• ⏳ The US recognizes that the conflict "can't go on forever," as noted by the President and Secretary.
• ⚠️ The US framework for mediation is reliant on parties showing progress is possible and taking steps towards it.

Clarifying Misinformation

• 📰 The spokesperson addressed and debunked erroneous and fake reports regarding the US stance on negotiations.
• ✅ The US has been extremely clear about its commitment to Ukraine and the mediation process.

Ukrainian and Russian Participation

• 🤝 While Ukraine clearly wants the conflict to stop, the US emphasizes that both parties must participate in the framework of conversations.
• 🗣️ The US cannot speak for the Ukrainians or Russians but conveys the need for concrete efforts and ideas from all sides to end the conflict.