Lawfare Daily US–Russia Ukraine Peace Talks Collapse in Moscow
Dec 3, 2025
High-stakes negotiations between the US and Russia over Ukraine hit a dead end, leading to intensified drone and missile strikes from Russia. This failure raises questions about Ukraine's resilience as winter approaches, highlighting vulnerabilities in logistics and manpower. European anxieties grow over potential territorial ambitions from Russia, while Washington grapples with strategic choices, such as increasing military support or pushing for concessions from Ukraine. The fallout suggests a perilous turning point for the ongoing conflict.
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Talks Collapsed, Russia Chose Force
- The U.S.–Russia Moscow talks collapsed after Putin rejected core U.S. proposals including a frozen front line and security guarantees for Ukraine.
- Russia immediately launched drone and missile strikes, signaling preference for force over compromise.
U.S. Reset Strategy Undermined
- The collapse undermines the Trump administration's reset strategy that hoped Russia would accept a compromise brokered by the U.S.
- Ukraine now faces dire consequences with shortages and increased winter strain on civilians and infrastructure.
Europe Worries About Russian Stalling
- European capitals fear Russia used talks to stall while strengthening military positioning for territorial gains.
- Some EU governments push for stronger support for Ukraine while others hesitate under domestic pressures.
