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Kremlin: US cannot be considered 'completely neutral' due to arms aid to Ukraine
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the US cannot be seen as an 'absolutely neutral' actor in the Ukraine crisis because Washington continues to provide military and technological support to Kiev. The Moscow administration also stressed that it appreciates President Trump's sincere desire for peace efforts.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, at a press conference in the capital Moscow, stated that the United States cannot be in an 'absolutely neutral' position in the conflict because it continues its comprehensive military aid to Ukraine.
Peskov, emphasizing that 'the term absolute neutrality is not applicable,' made the following assessment: 'The US supplies most of the weapons to Ukraine, previously so-called free of charge, now for money, and also provides support with other technologies. As this process continues, of course, absolute neutrality cannot be spoken of.'
The Kremlin official noted that, nevertheless, Moscow sees and appreciates US President Donald Trump's sincere desire to help find a peaceful solution to the conflict in Ukraine.
Peskov said: 'Taking into account the US influence on both European countries and Ukraine, as well as President Trump and his negotiation team's sincere desire to put the problem on a peaceful footing, we highly appreciate Washington's readiness.'
The Kremlin spokesman stated that no official backtracking from the US mediation efforts has been brought up. Peskov said: 'No one claimed that the US will not make further efforts; on the contrary, President Trump himself said that after the Iran-related matters are resolved, they will accelerate their good-faith initiatives on Ukraine again.'
Meanwhile, the Kremlin took a cautious stance on French President Emmanuel Macron's statements after the G7 summit that the US is no longer a neutral mediator on Ukraine. Regarding Macron's remarks, Peskov said: 'It is difficult to comment here. I do not think President Macron would assume the role of Washington's lawyer or press secretary.'
The Kremlin official, noting that this claim by the French leader has not yet been confirmed by the US, added: 'We have not heard any statement from the United States that they are no longer a neutral mediator after the G7 summit.'
Peskov added that in light of all these assessments, Russia remains open to mediation services for resolving the conflict in Ukraine: 'We would welcome such initiatives; we remain open to the peace process itself.'
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