Russia Kremlin imposes conditions on Kiev for partial ceasefire
In the war against Ukraine, the Russian leadership has held out the prospect of a possible partial ceasefire for attacks on energy facilities - under certain conditions.
20.03.2026, 21:43
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According to the Russian news agency Interfax, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Kiev would have to cease attacks on Russian oil and gas infrastructure and stop "blackmailing other countries, including EU member states" in the energy sector.
Russia recently complained about Ukrainian drone attacks on compressor stations for a gas pipeline to Turkey. According to Moscow, such attacks on the Russian energy infrastructure lead to further increases in the price of oil and gas.
Peskov used the keyword "blackmail" to comment on the dispute between Kiev and Budapest over the "Druzhba" pipeline, through which Hungary receives oil from Russia. According to information from Kiev, a section of the pipeline in western Ukraine had been damaged by Russian attacks. Budapest accuses Kiev of preventing the transit of oil. In this context, Hungary has blocked the disbursement of billions in EU loans to Ukraine.
Peace negotiations stall
Negotiations between Moscow and Kiev on ending the Russian war of aggression, which has been going on for more than four years, are currently on hold. Talks on Ukraine are planned for this Saturday. These are negotiations between the Ukrainians and the USA, which is acting as a mediator in the conflict, said Peskov. According to him, Russia is not taking part in the meeting, but is waiting for a date for trilateral talks.
