Putin talks with US envoys Kushner and Witkov in Moscow to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict
Quick Look
- Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. envoys Kushner and Witkov in the Kremlin to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict that has lasted more than four years.
- Putin said the current situation is difficult, but thanked Trump for his efforts and emphasized that Russia is willing to ensure the safety of mediators.
- Ukraine and Russia pledged not to attack each other's capitals during three days of negotiations.
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Why It Matters
The Russia-Ukraine conflict has lasted for more than four years since it broke out in February 2022, causing large-scale casualties, displacement and economic sanctions. Several rounds of peace talks have failed before, and the United States has recently tried to mediate through the accompanying special envoy.
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with US envoys Kushner and Wykov in the Kremlin today to discuss how to end the Russia-Ukraine war that has lasted for more than four years; the two US envoys are expected to visit the Ukrainian capital Kiev for the first time tomorrow.
Agence France-Presse reported that footage broadcast by Russian TV showed Vladimir Putin warmly welcoming Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to Moscow at the Kremlin.
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Putin admitted that the current situation is very difficult, but "before we start to deal with this issue, I would like to ask everyone to send our most sincere greetings and thanks to President Trump (Donald Trump)."
Putin said all aspects of the conflict would be discussed with Kushner and Weikov, according to Bloomberg News.
Reuters reported that Putin told the two U.S. envoys that contacts between Moscow and Washington have always been beneficial, and Russia also believed that cooperation with the two went smoothly.
He also stressed that Russia would do its best to ensure the safety of mediators.
Ukraine and Russia both promised not to attack each other's capital during the three-day consultation period.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said earlier that he had spoken to Kushner and Weikov and expected them to arrive in Kiev for a visit tomorrow. (Compiled by: Hong Peiying) 1150906
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
U.S. and Russian envoys will arrive in Kyiv tomorrow for talks with Ukrainian officials
Very likely · Within days
Russia and Ukraine will abide by their commitment not to attack the capital during three days of negotiations
Likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What is the specific agenda and timetable for the negotiations?
- Is Russia willing to accept territorial concessions or security guarantee conditions?
- What is Ukraine’s position and bottom line on negotiations?
- If negotiations break down, will the conflict escalate?
