Putin Rejects US Peace Plan After 5-Hour Kremlin Meeting: What Crypto Investors Need To Watch
Five hours of diplomatic talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US envoys ended without progress on Tuesday, sending ripple effects through digital asset markets as geopolitical risk premiums resurface heading into year end.
The meeting at the Kremlin between Putin, US special envoy Steve Witkoff, and advisor Jared Kushner concluded early Wednesday with Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov confirming no compromise was reached on a revised peace proposal for Ukraine. Putin stated Russia remains ready for continued conflict if necessary, dampening hopes for a near term resolution to the war.
Market Implications For Digital Assets
The stalled negotiations create several key considerations for crypto investors as markets digest heightened geopolitical uncertainty. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has shown resilience amid the tensions, trading around $93,000 on Wednesday after experiencing volatility earlier this week. The leading cryptocurrency has surged over 123% year to date, with institutional demand and spot ETF inflows supporting prices despite renewed geopolitical risks.
The breakdown in talks highlights crypto’s emerging role in modern geopolitical finance. Since the Ukraine conflict began in 2022, both sides have utilized digital assets …
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