What happened
On August 29, Russian presidential press secretary Peskov told reporters that he currently sees no basis for improving relations between Russia and Europe.
He said European politicians maintain a confrontational stance toward Russia both in their statements and in their practical actions.
At the same time, he reaffirmed that Russia remains open to holding a dialogue with European partners.
Why it matters
The remark signals that the current rift between Moscow and European capitals is unlikely to narrow soon, as both sides appear entrenched in opposing positions.
Peskov's repeated mention of openness to dialogue could suggest Russia wants to leave diplomatic doors ajar even while describing the relationship as stuck.
If no basis for improvement exists, future engagement may remain limited to crisis management rather than broader cooperation.
Key facts
Peskov is the Russian presidential press secretary.
He made the statement on August 29.
He said there is currently no basis for improving Russia-Europe relations.
He stated that European politicians are confrontational toward Russia in both words and actions.
He reiterated that Russia is open to dialogue.
What to watch next
Whether any European leader signals a shift from the current confrontational approach, which could alter Peskov's assessment.
Whether Russia's stated openness to dialogue leads to concrete diplomatic moves or remains a rhetorical position.