US envoys advocate European inclusion in Ukraine peace talks after Moscow meetings
US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have announced plans to bring European representatives into Ukraine peace talks following meetings with Russian and Ukrainian leadership.
United States envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff held discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow following recent trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. Upon traveling to Dublin to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the American delegation announced plans to include European nations in upcoming negotiation rounds.
Kushner stated that European participation is essential for long-term security arrangements. Ukrainian officials voiced optimism regarding the timeframe for a potential breakthrough, while Moscow indicated a willingness to engage in broader discussions. However, core strategic disagreements between Kyiv and Moscow remain unresolved as diplomatic initiatives proceed.
Sources: Der Spiegel, Der Standard, FAZ, ORF, Tagesschau
How outlets assessed this
- Der Standard Skeptical Highlights Russian propaganda optics and suggests Putin's motives extend beyond merely achieving peace in Ukraine.
Sources
- Der Spiegel — Russland - Ukraine: USA wollen Europäer an den Verhandlungstisch bringen
- ORF — US-Vermittler Witkoff und Kushner treffen Putin
- FAZ — Liveblog Ukrainekrieg: Witkoff und Kushner in Moskau eingetroffen
- Der Standard — Putin geht es um mehr als nur um den Frieden in der Ukraine
- Tagesschau — US-Unterhändler kündigen Europas Beteiligung bei Ukraine-Verhandlungen an
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