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- March 16, 2026, Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesman, dismissed Financial Times report that Ukraine peace talks faltered because of U.S. President Donald Trump’s focus on Iran.
- Peskov said Trump remains engaged in peace talks and is urging Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukrainian President, to finalize a deal.
- Trump expressed frustration with Zelensky, saying Zelensky needs to act.
- Peskov confirmed Russia’s interest in continuing negotiations, though timing and location of next talks remain uncertain.
