The US State Department does not want the Russia-Ukraine negotiations to be dragged out for several months or even longer.

U.S. State Department spokesperson Bruce said on the 31st that the United States does not want negotiations between Russia and Ukraine to drag on for months or even years, because every day is crucial. Bruce commented on the negotiation process to resolve the conflict in Ukraine during an interview, saying, "Negotiations are not about time, this is not just a standard operating procedure. When we have the standards and benchmarks that need to be met, it will not last for months or years. There comes a moment when you need to achieve the goal, especially if every day is important." Bruce also said that U.S. President Trump still hopes to end the conflict in Ukraine and remains optimistic.