Summary
The United States led discussions with Russia about finding peace in Ukraine. Both sides blame each other for the lack of progress. The meetings did not result in any agreement, and disagreements persist about NATO and territorial issues.
Key Facts
- The U.S. delegation, including President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, met with Russian officials for high-level talks.
- Russia sees Ukraine's refusal to accept its terms as a barrier to peace.
- Ukraine and its allies blame Russian President Vladimir Putin for not agreeing to a truce.
- Russian aide Yuri Ushakov described the meeting as useful but acknowledged more work is needed.
- Differences remain on Ukraine's potential NATO membership and territorial issues.
- Some Russian analysts accuse Ukraine of not upholding previous agreements.
- Meetings between Russia and Ukraine since 2022 have not led to peace.
- Kremlin claims to have taken the city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine, though Kyiv disputes this.
