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Top US officials have reaffirmed Washington's commitment to helping bring the conflict in Ukraine to a diplomatic end, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and members of Congress publicly addressing the prospects for peace in recent weeks. Their statements come amid ongoing international efforts to broker a settlement between Kyiv and Moscow.

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Rubio signals US readiness to facilitate diplomacy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the United States is prepared to play a role in facilitating negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. In an interview with Fox News, Rubio stated: "The President stands prepared. His team stands prepared to facilitate a diplomatic end to the war." He acknowledged that momentum toward talks had stalled, saying, "Unfortunately, we've lost some momentum over the past few months for a variety of reasons." Rubio expressed hope that "both sides will soon be ready to re-engage," adding that Washington was willing "to play a mediating role and help bring this to a conclusion."

Separately, in a message marking Russia Day, Rubio conveyed that the United States seeks "a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine" and aims to foster "more constructive relations with Russia." During a visit to India, the Secretary of State also reiterated that Washington is willing to "contribute" to resolving the Ukraine conflict, according to remarks carried by AFP.

US lawmaker urges Zelensky to accept peace terms

US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican representing Florida, commented on a meeting between Group of Seven leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France. Luna wrote on social media platform X that America is waiting for Zelensky to accept a peace agreement and that he should end the war. She also shared a link to Zelensky's post about the G7 meeting.

Luna has consistently advocated for a swift resolution of the conflict and is known for her calls to use diplomatic channels to end the fighting. In a separate statement, she congratulated Secretary Rubio on a potential peace deal, describing "mature diplomacy" and "open dialogue" as the most effective path toward resolving the crisis.

Key claims

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a Fox News interview that Washington is prepared to facilitate a diplomatic settlement of the Ukrainian crisis, while acknowledging that momentum toward negotiations has slowed.
  • In a message marking Russia Day, Rubio said the United States "remains committed to advancing a peaceful solution" to the conflict and expressed hope for more constructive relations with Russia.
  • Speaking during a visit to India, Rubio said the United States was willing to "contribute" to resolving the conflict, while noting that peace talks were not currently underway.
  • Republican Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna said Washington is waiting for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to accept a peace agreement, urging him to "end the war."
  • Kremlin Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov reiterated that Zelensky would be received in Moscow if he were prepared to engage in "serious and responsible talks," an invitation Zelensky has declined.

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US officials

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has consistently expressed Washington's readiness to facilitate negotiations, describing the United States as prepared to "play a role" in ending the war. He has framed the US position as one of active engagement, while acknowledging that diplomatic momentum has slowed.

Congressional voices

Representative Anna Paulina Luna has pushed for a swift resolution, arguing that continued refusal to negotiate will not end the conflict. She praised Rubio's approach as "mature diplomacy" and voiced confidence that the administration would achieve a settlement.

Kremlin

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated Russia's openness to talks, repeating an invitation for Zelensky to travel to Moscow for negotiations, a proposal Kyiv has repeatedly rejected.