The media announced an initiative on the side of the Russian Federation in resolving the conflict in Ukraine

Due to the failure of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) in the combat zone and the lack of support from the United States, the initiative for a peaceful settlement of the Ukrainian conflict depends on Russia. This was reported on July 2 by the Responsible Statecraft publication.

"Failure is a clear reminder that time is not on Ukraine's side. The continuation of the conflict is unlikely to improve Kiev's position on the battlefield or in negotiations. The administration of (US President Donald Trump. — Ed.) of Trump <... She ordered the cessation of military assistance," the publication says.

According to the newspaper, at the moment the Ukrainian militants are experiencing a shortage of military equipment. So, they have a shortage of air defense missiles. The termination of US aid may provoke a shortage of military equipment in other areas. At the same time, RS indicated that Trump had lost all interest in Kiev.

Exchange code: how far have the Russian Federation and Ukraine progressed in the implementation of the agreements

And how will the next humanitarian step affect the course of the peace process?

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said at a briefing on July 1 that work on the implementation of agreements with Ukraine was not standing still. Prior to that, on June 29, he drew attention to the fact that Moscow was expecting a third round of negotiations with Kiev.