No Priors AI US–Russia Ukraine Peace Talks Collapse in Moscow
Dec 3, 2025
High-stakes US–Russia peace talks over Ukraine ended in collapse, leading to immediate Russian drone and missile strikes. The failed diplomacy raises concerns for Ukraine as it faces a harsh winter with infrastructure attacks and defense shortages. European anxieties grow, fearing Russia may use negotiations as a delay tactic. Washington now faces tough choices on military aid and diplomatic strategies. The potential for broader conflict looms as tensions escalate, marking a perilous turning point in the ongoing war.
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Diplomacy Broke Down, Force Followed
- The U.S.–Russia talks in Moscow collapsed when Putin rejected core U.S. proposals to freeze front lines and limit expansion.
- Russia immediately launched drone and missile strikes, signaling force over compromise.
Putin Rejected Core U.S. Terms
- Putin refused the U.S. plan that would freeze lines and offer security guarantees to Ukraine in exchange for reducing long-range strikes.
- The outcome suggests Moscow sees little reason to compromise while it believes military momentum favors it.
Ukraine's Winter Vulnerability
- Ukraine faces acute winter pressures on population, infrastructure, and military readiness.
- Shortages of weapons, ammunition, and manpower heighten vulnerability to intensified attacks.