Russian President Vladimir Putin held a three-hour meeting with U.S. Envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff at the Kremlin, as part of ongoing efforts to address the war in Ukraine. The meeting took place amid heightened tensions, with both Russia and Ukraine escalating aerial attacks. The U.S. Envoys arrived in Moscow as part of a broader initiative to revive stalled peace talks.
Putin ordered a 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv, according to the Kremlin, as the U.S. Delegation sought to advance diplomatic solutions. The pause was agreed upon by both sides, with Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreeing to halt attacks on each other’s territory. The U.S. Envoys are expected to meet Zelenskyy in Kyiv following their discussions with Putin.
The talks with Putin were described as useful by the Kremlin, highlighting the continued diplomatic engagement between Russia and the U.S. On the war. The pause in strikes is seen as a potential step toward de-escalation, though the long-term impact remains uncertain. The U.S. Delegation’s visit underscores the ongoing diplomatic efforts to find a resolution to the conflict.
