Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin and a U.S. special envoy, Steve Witkoff, are set to meet in Moscow to discuss peace talks for the Ukraine conflict. These discussions follow negotiations in Florida involving U.S. and Ukrainian officials, including Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's adviser. The main issues in the talks include territorial disputes and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Key Facts
- Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow.
- President Donald Trump's adviser, Jared Kushner, is expected to attend the talks.
- Negotiations in Florida aimed at refining a U.S.-backed peace plan took place before this meeting.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized maintaining Ukraine's sovereignty as a priority.
- Territorial disputes remain a significant obstacle in the peace plan.
- Talks also include discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine.
- European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, insist Ukraine and Europe must be involved in any peace proposal.
- The U.S. draft peace plan has been met with skepticism by Kyiv and European allies.
