Russia's rejection of temporary measures in favor of a comprehensive peace deal continues to shape expectations around any near-term ceasefire. On October 12, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's call for a 60-day truce to enable elections, reiterating Moscow's preference for long-term arrangements. US President Trump's October 11 announcement of an energy-specific ceasefire has faced immediate challenges, with Ukrainian reports of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure and Zelensky accusing violations while confirming Kyiv's willingness to uphold the partial halt. Ongoing bilateral contacts and recent US-Russia economic discussions provide limited momentum, though Russian demands for broader concessions and Ukraine's security concerns remain central barriers. Upcoming trilateral technical talks could test whether these positions converge.