Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov discussed potential missile production in Ukraine, upcoming visits by US emissaries, and Russia's stance on peace negotiations.
Key facts
- •Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Russia is verifying reports of long-range missile production plans in Ukraine.
- •The Kremlin considers any Ukrainian military infrastructure facilities to be legitimate targets for Russian forces.
- •Russia maintains that the position on a peaceful settlement voiced by Vladimir Putin two years ago remains unchanged.
- •Peskov stated that Russia will not hold direct talks with Kiev on ending attacks before the visit of US emissaries.
- •The Kremlin dismissed German accusations regarding a drone incident at Leipzig Airport as completely baseless.
Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov addressed several key issues during a briefing on Friday, including reports of plans to establish long-range missile production in Ukraine. Peskov also commented on the potential visit of US emissaries Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Russia and rejected recent accusations from Germany regarding a drone incident at Leipzig Airport.
Ukraine Missile Production and Military Targets
The Kremlin stated it is monitoring and verifying reports regarding plans to manufacture long-range missiles within Ukraine. Peskov warned that any such military infrastructure facilities established on Ukrainian territory would be considered legitimate targets for the Russian armed forces. He further characterized these plans as a form of militarization that would create additional difficulties for the Ukrainian population.
Diplomatic Contacts and Peace Prospects
Regarding the visit of US emissaries Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Peskov stated that the Kremlin will provide information once contacts occur. He noted that while Russia remains open to a peaceful settlement, no concrete prerequisites for such an outcome have emerged. Peskov added that Russia does not intend to hold direct talks with Kiev regarding the cessation of attacks prior to the US emissaries' visit, though he suggested the US might demand that Ukraine halt such activities.
Response to German Accusations
Peskov rejected German accusations linking Russia to a drone incident at Leipzig Airport, describing them as baseless and lacking evidence. He contrasted the German government's stance on this incident with its reaction to the Nord Stream pipeline explosions, asserting that Germany failed to take similar actions against Ukraine regarding the pipeline sabotage.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by TASS (English).
