U.S. Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow on Saturday to resume peace talks aimed at ending Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to Russian state media. The visit follows a 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin, as reported by the Kremlin. The envoys are part of a renewed U.S. Effort to address the stalled negotiations, which have been hindered by the ongoing war with Iran.
The visit marks a fresh attempt to revive diplomatic channels after months of stalled progress. Witkoff and Kushner were met by Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev, according to sources familiar with the visit. The U.S. Has been focused on its conflict with Iran, which has diverted attention from the Ukraine issue. The pause in Kyiv strikes is seen as a potential opening for dialogue, though the broader conflict remains unresolved.
The envoys' arrival comes as the war enters its fifth year, with no clear path to a resolution. The U.S. And Russia continue to exchange accusations, while Ukraine remains under sustained military pressure. The success of the talks will depend on whether both sides can agree on key terms, including the withdrawal of Russian forces and the status of Ukrainian territory.
The situation remains fluid, with no immediate indication of a breakthrough. The envoys' mission will be closely watched as a possible step toward de-escalation.
