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Part of The new event involves drone strikes targeting Russian civilian infrastructure and discussions about a potential US agreement with Iran.

How could the diplomatic efforts and military strikes affect Moscow?

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Diplomatic visits and strikes change Moscow's security environment High-level US envoys, including Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, have visited Moscow to engage in peace talks with Vladimir Putin, while Donald Trump has also held calls with the Russian President. These diplomatic efforts occur concurrently with continued military action, such as Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. Furthermore, Trump's agreement with Russia for the supply of diesel to global markets introduces a significant economic shift, creating a dual-track environment of intense diplomacy and military/economic pressure for the capital.

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The diplomatic efforts represent a significant attempt by the US to influence the conflict's trajectory, potentially opening avenues for a peace settlement. For Moscow, these visits are a high-stakes opportunity to manage international perception and secure diplomatic support, even as the war continues to be fought on the ground.

However, this diplomatic engagement is set against a backdrop of sustained military and economic pressure. Kyiv's continued targeting of Russian energy infrastructure and the complexity of the US-Russia diesel deal mean that Moscow must navigate a highly volatile environment where diplomatic gains are constantly challenged by military realities and global energy shifts.

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  • Will the US peace proposals gain traction despite European rejection?
  • How will the diesel deal impact Russia's long-term energy strategy and global market standing?

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A concrete breakthrough is announced in the peace talksThe diplomatic pressure on Moscow would increase, potentially leading to a shift in its operational posture.
Kyiv escalates strikes against critical Russian infrastructureThe military pressure on Moscow would intensify, making diplomatic efforts more difficult to sustain.

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