Moscow:Ukraine has become "already a different country" geographically, according to a statement by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Peskov addressed the press in response to comments from US President Donald Trump regarding the future shape of Ukraine following peace negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict with Russia.

According to Anadolu Agency, Peskov emphasized the current realities on the ground in Ukraine, stating, "The realities on the ground are obvious, and hardly anyone can deny them." He also addressed the upcoming trilateral negotiations in Abu Dhabi, clarifying that these talks would involve Russia, Ukraine, and US mediation, with no European representatives participating directly.

Peskov further commented on potential high-level discussions involving the Russian, US, and Chinese presidents, indicating that while proposals on the meeting's agenda are being exchanged, no specific topics have been confirmed. Additionally, he refrained from discussing any proposals involving the Russia-NATO Council, as suggested by US envoy Jared Kushner.

In response to reports about a request from Vadim Smagin to manage Coca-Cola's Russian assets, Peskov asserted that the Kremlin had no information and would not comment on internal correspondence. He also addressed the closure of Novaya Gazeta's Moscow editorial office, dismissing the notion that it marked the end of independent media in Russia, instead describing the media landscape as diverse and competitive.