US diplomatic mission seeks peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine in Moscow

U.S. diplomats Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrived in Moscow to discuss peace between Russia and Ukraine with President Vladimir Putin. Following this, they will meet Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in Dublin. Zelensky expressed skepticism about the talks, emphasizing the need for concrete proposals and security guarantees regarding the Donbass region. He dismissed the possibility of negotiating military withdrawal from Donbass and highlighted the importance of U.S. pressure on Putin for progress. Despite doubts, Zelensky remains hopeful for positive outcomes from the negotiations. Recent discussions have led to a significant prisoner exchange, with expectations for humanitarian releases. The talks resumed after a long hiatus, focusing on security architecture in Europe.