Peace talks between US, Russia, Ukraine paused amid escalating conflict

Peace talks between the United States, Russia, Ukraine are on pause amid escalating conflict in Middle East (Iran) as Moscow cites potential pressure on Kiev under threat of further escalation involving both nations now engaging each other directly while simultaneously pushing Kyiv into compromise positions regarding its stance toward Russian aggression within Ukrainian territory which remains contested ground currently occupied largely controlled forces from Belgrade region areas including eastern sectors where heavy fighting continues ongoing despite diplomatic efforts failing to resolve...