Zelensky fumbles on venue for Putin, Lavrov delivers harsh reality check with big statement on cam

Russia’s top diplomat Sergey Lavrov delivered a scathing reality check, claiming Moscow is ready for peace while accusing Zelensky of stalling negotiations with endless conditions and venue demands. As Ukraine rules out Moscow and Hungary, insisting talks only happen in “neutral Europe,” Lavrov warned that Kyiv is undermining Donald Trump’s push for a settlement. He also cast doubt on Zelensky’s legitimacy after postponed elections, hinting any deal may collapse. With Putin signaling readiness but conditions hardening, the world wonders: is peace slipping further away?