US envoy to meet Putin over Ukraine war talks
A senior United States envoy is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow for high‑level talks focused on efforts to end the war in Ukraine. According to US officials, the visit is part of renewed diplomatic contacts aimed at exploring conditions for a possible ceasefire and a broader political settlement, while reaffirming support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The envoy is expected to raise issues such as security guarantees, withdrawal of Russian forces, prisoner exchanges, and protection of civilian infrastructure, alongside discussions on how any agreement could be monitored and enforced. Russian authorities have signalled that they are willing to listen to proposals but insist that any negotiations must reflect what they describe as “realities on the ground”, including territories currently under Russian control. Western allies are being briefed on the mission, and Washington has stressed that […]
