Russia Accuses Europe of Blocking Ukraine Peace Talks as Trump Calls on Zelenskyy to "Settle with Putin"
Updated on: September 26, 2026 / 5:00 PM EDT / CBS/AFP
TL;DR
- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Europe of actively hindering U.S.-backed peace talks for the Ukraine conflict.
- Both Ukraine and Russia have increased attacks, resulting in the deadliest summer since 2022.
- Former President Trump urged Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to "settle" with Russian President Putin.
- Lavrov stated that Russia's "special military operation" aims would be achieved, eliminating threats to Russian security.
- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul accused Russia of sabotage and urged negotiations to end the fighting.
- Zelenskyy stated that Russia is escalating daily and called for stronger global responses.