U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on July 23 that ending Russia’s full-scale war in Ukraine will require entirely new diplomatic proposals, following bilateral talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in the Philippines.
Rubio argued that earlier peace frameworks were unacceptable to Kyiv and would likely face even greater resistance now, signaling a potential shift in Washington’s approach to the conflict.
The remarks come as the U.S. and Russia engage in direct dialogue amid ongoing hostilities.
Rubio’s comments suggest that current diplomatic efforts have stalled and that a new strategy is needed to bridge the gap between Moscow and Kyiv.
The meeting in the Philippines marks a significant moment in diplomatic outreach, as both sides attempt to find common ground.
This development follows recent calls for a negotiated settlement from other international figures, including Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has urged both Russia and Ukraine to pursue peace, arguing that a decisive military victory for either side is no longer realistic.