Russia "Fully Committed To Achieving Peace" In Ukraine: Trump Envoy After Miami Talks

So, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff says Russia is "fully committed to achieving peace" after talks in Miami wrapped up. Both American and Ukrainian delegations separately called their meetings productive, with Ukraine focusing on security guarantees and next steps. It's interesting to see these parallel discussions happening without Ukraine and Russia directly at the same table. The whole situation highlights the complex, multi-track effort to find a

Key Points: US-Russia Talks Conclude in Miami; Both Sides Commit to Ukraine Peace Process

  • US envoy states Russia's commitment to Ukraine peace after bilateral talks
  • Ukrainian delegation holds parallel meetings with US and European partners
  • Discussions focus on developing Trump's 20-point peace plan and security guarantees
  • Ukraine emphasizes need for a just peace and discusses implementation timelines
  • Talks occur amid Zelenskyy's call for increased US pressure on Moscow
  • Separate US-Ukraine meeting targets security frameworks and economic recovery plans
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"Russia fully committed to achieving peace": Trump's foreign envoy Steve Witkoff after Miami talks conclude

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff states Russia is committed to peace in Ukraine after Miami talks, as Ukrainian delegation holds separate meetings on security guarantees.

"Russia remains fully committed to achieving peace in Ukraine. Russia highly values the efforts and support of the United States to resolve the Ukrainian conflict and re-establish global security. - Steve Witkoff / US Special Envoy"

Florida, December 22

US President Donald Trump's foreign envoy, Steve Witkoff, stated that Russia "remains fully committed to achieving peace" in Ukraine as the United States concluded talks with the Russian delegation in Miami, Florida.

In a statement on X, Witkoff said that Russia "highly values" the United States' efforts to resolve the conflict.

The US envoy said, "Over the last two days in Florida, the Russian Special Envoy Kirill Dmitriev held productive and constructive meetings with the American delegation to advance President Trump's peace plan on Ukraine. The American delegation included Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and White House staff member Josh Gruenbaum."

"Russia remains fully committed to achieving peace in Ukraine. Russia highly values the efforts and support of the United States to resolve the Ukrainian conflict and re-establish global security," the statement read.

The negotiations were held between Russia and the United States as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Washington to increase pressure on Moscow.

Earlier, Steve Witkoff and Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine, Rustem Umerov, termed the Ukrainian delegation's meetings with American and European counterparts, in the backdrop of discussions on a peace deal in Miami, "productive and constructive."

In a joint statement, they stated that a separate meeting was held over further development of US President Donald Trump's 20-point plan, aligning positions on a multilateral security guarantee framework, and aligning positions on a US Security guarantee framework for Ukraine.

Rustam Umerov shared the statement on X, which said, "Over the last three days in Florida, the Ukrainian delegation held a series of productive and constructive meetings with American and European partners. The Ukrainian delegation included Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine, Rustem Umerov, and the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Andriy Hnatov."

"The American delegation included Special Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, as well as White House staff member Josh Gruenbaum. Key European National Security Advisors also joined the discussions to align on a shared strategic approach between Ukraine, the United States, and Europe," the statement added.

"A separate constructive meeting was also held in a US-Ukraine format, during which four key documents were focused on: further development of a 20-point plan, aligning positions on a Multilateral security guarantee framework, aligning positions on a US Security guarantee framework for Ukraine, and further development on an economic and prosperity plan," the statement said.

Ukraine stated it discussed timelines and the next steps for peace.

Umerov stated, "Particular attention was given to discussing timelines and the sequencing of next steps. Ukraine remains fully committed to achieving a just and sustainable peace. Our shared priority is to stop the killing, ensure guaranteed security, and create conditions for Ukraine's recovery, stability, and long-term prosperity.

"Peace must be not only a cessation of hostilities, but also a dignified foundation for a stable future. Ukraine highly values the leadership and support of the United States and the continued close coordination with its partners in the next stages of this important work," the statement read.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Interesting to see the US mediating. As an Indian, I hope any peace deal considers the global south's perspective and doesn't just serve the interests of a few powerful nations. Our foreign policy of strategic autonomy makes sense more than ever.
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Aman W
"Russia remains fully committed to achieving peace" – this statement needs to be backed by actions on the ground. Let's see if they withdraw troops. The world is watching.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Delhi, the ripple effects of this war on fuel and food prices have been real. A swift and just peace is in everyone's interest. Hoping for the best.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I find the optics a bit odd. The US holding separate talks with both sides in Florida, without them at the same table? Feels more like managing the conflict than solving it. The solution must come from direct Ukraine-Russia dialogue.
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Kavya N
Good step. But peace cannot come at the cost of Ukraine's sovereignty. Any plan must ensure their territorial integrity. India knows the value of sovereignty all too well. Jai Hind.

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