Bangladesh, April 18 -- As global attention once again turns to the ongoing war in Ukraine, new diplomatic developments have surfaced that could mark a turning point-or merely another chapter-in a conflict that has defied swift resolution for over two years. The Kremlin, on April 18, reaffirmed its commitment to peace talks with Ukraine, despite calling the negotiation process “difficult.” This came in direct response to statements made by US President Donald Trump, who has urged Moscow to deliver an answer to a proposed ceasefire deal “very shortly.”

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov addressed reporters in Moscow, underscoring that Russia remains interested in a negotiated solution, even as tensions and violence co...