Russia remains steadfast in its position for a lasting peace rather than a temporary ceasefire that would give Ukraine time to regroup and prepare for the continuation of the war, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, commenting on Kiev’s proposal for a Christmas truce.

On December 14, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, commenting on publications about alleged requests from "prominent Russians" to Russian President Vladimir Putin to return TV presenter Ivan Urgant to the air,

Moscow aims to establish a framework for insulated trade with India during Putin's visit, addressing trade deficits and defense collaboration.

The Kremlin says the meeting with Trump's envoys was "constructive" but "no compromise" has been reached over territorial concessions for Ukraine.

Peskov's remarks come as New Delhi and Moscow prepare for Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit, where trade and strategic cooperation are expected to be major themes.

A senior Kremlin official has acknowledged that talks with the United States to negotiate a settlement in Ukraine failed to narrow differences. But he maintained that Russia has not rejected the US peace plan.

Russia appreciated Trump’s efforts to push the talks forward but said the Kremlin would not provide running commentary, arguing that public negotiations were unlikely to help.

India and Russia are working together to increase New Delhi’s exports, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday, ahead of President Vladimir Putin’s visit for summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.