Russia Signals Readiness for 'Realistic' Peace Talks Amid Retaliation Warnings Over Frozen Assets
On December 26, 2025, Russia expressed readiness for peace talks under 'realistic' conditions while warning G7 nations of retaliation over $300B in frozen assets.
A peace overture or a strategic ultimatum? Russia signaled on December 26, 2025, that it's open to 'realistic' peace negotiations while simultaneously threatening massive retaliation if the West moves forward with seizing its frozen sovereign assets. This dual-track approach comes at a critical juncture in the ongoing conflict, putting pressure on Western alliances.
The Kremlin's Conditional Dialogue
According to Reuters, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow hasn't ruled out talks but insists they must recognize 'realities on the ground.' This phrasing typically refers to the territories currently under Russian control. While Moscow expresses a willingness to discuss security guarantees, it remains adamant that NATO must halt its eastward expansion, a demand that has previously been a non-starter for the alliance.
The $300 Billion Red Line
The tension escalates over the $300 billion in central bank assets currently frozen in Western jurisdictions. Russia warned the G7 that any move to confiscate these funds would trigger a reciprocal seizure of Western business interests within Russia. Financial analysts suggest that such a move could disrupt global capital markets and weaken the long-term dominance of the Euro and Dollar in international reserves.
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