The Kremlin has said that peace talks are not possible at present in the Russia–Ukraine conflict. The statement matters because it shows how continuing hostilities can block diplomacy and keep the war in an unresolved phase.
What happened
Russia’s position is that ongoing hostilities and the conditions on the ground do not allow negotiations. The immediate effect is a further hardening of Russia’s stance, with no sign of near-term talks.
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