Lavrov: U.S. Promises to Secure Peace via Zelenskiy, But Hurdles Emerge

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov revealed on November 9 that the United States had assured Moscow they could pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to cease obstructing peace efforts, but challenges subsequently emerged. Lavrov stated this during an interview with RIA Novosti, citing discussions at the Alaska summit where U.S. officials claimed they could ensure Zelenskiy did not hinder diplomatic progress toward ending the conflict.