Moscow, Russia – Russian President Vladimir Putin commenced discussions with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner at the Kremlin today regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The meeting, held in Moscow, centers around a proposed American plan aimed at de-escalating and ultimately resolving the war in Ukraine. According to reports, the initiative was the primary focus of the discussions.
“I am very happy to see you,” Putin reportedly stated to Witkoff and Kushner as they convened with translators at a conference table within the Kremlin.
A statement released by the Kremlin confirmed the presence of other key Russian officials during the meeting. These included Yuri Ushakov, a presidential aide, and Kirill Dmitriev, the Presidential Special Representative for Investment and Economic Cooperation with Foreign Countries, who also serves as the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund.
The meeting follows closely on the heels of US-Ukrainian talks held in Miami on Sunday. Witkoff and Kushner were present at those discussions, alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who characterized the Miami meeting as ‘fruitful’. The Kremlin has yet to release specific details regarding the substance of today’s discussions, but it is understood that the American delegation presented a framework for potential negotiations.
The situation in Ukraine remains a critical point of international concern, and these high-level talks suggest a renewed diplomatic effort to find a path towards peace. DZWatch will continue to provide updates as this story develops.
