US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated a potential shift in focus from the Russia-Ukraine peace talks, citing other global priorities. His comments followed a lack of progress in negotiations, stressing the need for quick determination on the feasibility of a deal.

President Donald Trump says he believes "very strongly" that both Russia and Ukraine want peace and an end to the conflict and that eventually, a deal will be reached.

Vice President JD Vance said the United States could “walk away” if Russia and Ukraine don’t agree to a proposal to end the Russian invasion. “We’ve issued a very explicit proposal to both the Russians and the Ukrainians,