Frozen Assets: The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever in Ukraine Russia Talks As US mediated talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States approach, one thing is clear: the stakes are higher than ever before.
For months, both sides have made little progress towards a resolution, but there are signs that Kyiv may be willing to make concessions – and Washington is applying pressure.
The harsh realities of Ukraine's winter prospects have contributed to this shift in posture. Last year's Russian attacks on energy infrastructure left people without heating in freezing temperatures.