Kremlin's Dmitry Peskov Says European Sanctions Won't Force Russia to Negotiate Amid Ongoing Military Offensive in Ukraine

The Kremlin has reiterated that it is impossible to compel Russia to enter negotiations through pressure, force, or sanctions, emphasizing that only logic and arguments can bring Russia to the negotiating table. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that harsher sanctions imposed by Europe only strengthen Russia's resistance rather than push it toward dialogue. Furthermore, the Kremlin has indicated that achieving Russia's objectives in its ongoing military offensive in Ukraine through diplomatic means is currently not feasible. These remarks underscore Moscow's stance that diplomatic resolution to the conflict is not attainable at this time despite continued sanctions and international pressure.