Kremlin Says Ukraine Talks With U.S. Envoys Were 'Useful.' No Sign of Breakthrough.
Russian President Vladimir Putin held more than three hours of talks with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, which a Kremlin aide described as 'highly useful.' The aide, Yuri Ushakov, said the envoys outlined ideas for a settlement but did not specify them. No breakthrough was indicated, and Russia and Ukraine remain far apart on ending the war.
Why it matters: This reflects the ongoing diplomatic efforts and stalemate in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, a key theme in the briefing on geopolitical tensions and peace negotiations.