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Budanov Says Technical Russia Talks Start Soon, No Quick Deal

8/29/2026

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Kyrylo Budanov said technical talks with Russia will begin soon, but a rapid agreement is unlikely.
Budanov warned the war will likely continue through winter, making an end before then unrealistic.
He added prisoner-of-war exchanges are the only active dialogue, with a major swap planned very soon.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said no specific plans exist for September talks.

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Kyrylo Budanov said technical talks with Russia will begin soon, but a rapid agreement is unlikely.
Budanov warned the war will likely continue through winter, making an end before then unrealistic.
He added prisoner-of-war exchanges are the only active dialogue, with a major swap planned very soon.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said no specific plans exist for September talks.