Crimea is Russia and its status is not up for negotiation with Ukraine, Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov has said, AzVision.az reports citing the Russian media.
"Crimea is a part of the Russian Federation, and according to the constitution, we cannot discuss with anyone the fate of Russian territories, the fate of Russian regions. This is out of the question, it is written into our constitution. Nor will we discuss or tell you about any nuances of the negotiations," Peskov told reporters Wednesday.
The spokesman declined to comment on the subject of countries which could serve as guarantors of Ukraine's security, advising reporters to instead contact his "colleague," presidential aide and Russian negotiator Vladimir Medinsky for additional information. Medinsky is expected to provide additional information later in the day, according to Peskov.
