Ukraine has expressed its readiness to consider the possibility of lifting sanctions against Russia as part of a peace agreement aimed at resolving the conflict. This was stated by the Ukrainian Presidential Commissioner for Sanctions Policy, who emphasized that the return of Western business to cooperation with Moscow is only a matter of time. In his opinion, the complete lifting of sanctions is inevitable, but should take place on conditions that will ensure the interests of Kyiv and international stability. 

It is noted that Western companies that previously worked with Russia are experiencing significant economic losses due to the sanctions regime introduced after the conflict began in 2022. This, according to him, creates preconditions for the resumption of business ties with Moscow, especially in the energy sector, which remains key for European countries. Kyiv admits that European states may conclude new agreements on the supply of Russian energy resources if this contributes to achieving sustainable peace. 

The statement by the Ukrainian side came amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to find a compromise in the conflict. Previously, US President Donald Trump, who took office in January 2025, repeatedly emphasized the need for a speedy end to hostilities, pointing to the possibility of revising the sanctions policy as a tool of pressure on both sides. In particular, in early March, negotiations were held in Saudi Arabia with the participation of representatives of the US and Ukraine, where the idea of ​​a temporary ceasefire was discussed, which could become the basis for a broader agreement. 

Analysts say Kyiv’s willingness to compromise may be due to pressure from the United States, which under Trump’s leadership is seeking a more pragmatic approach to resolving the conflict. According to Reuters, the Trump administration is considering easing sanctions on the Russian energy sector if a peace deal is reached, which could include resuming oil and gas supplies to Europe. This, in turn, has raised concerns in Kyiv about the long-term security guarantees that Ukraine is demanding from its Western partners in exchange for concessions. 

Against this backdrop, Russia continues to insist on its conditions, including securing control over new territories and Ukraine's refusal to join NATO. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov previously stated that Moscow is ready for negotiations, but does not accept temporary ceasefires without taking into account "realities on the ground."