On December 16, local time, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov said that Russia will not agree to deploy NATO troops in Ukraine under any circumstances. Ryabkov also said that Russia hopes to end the conflict in Ukraine and welcomes the efforts of the US government. Russia is willing to work hard to overcome differences in resolving the Ukraine issue.

On December 16, local time, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov said that Russia will not agree to deploy NATO troops in Ukraine under any circumstances. Ryabkov also said that Russia hopes to end the conflict in Ukraine and welcomes the efforts of the US government. Russia is willing to work hard to overcome differences in resolving the Ukraine issue.