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US-Russia Peace Talks in Miami: Can a Deal Finally End Ukraine War?

High-level US and Russian negotiators are set to meet in Miami to push for a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine. This follows productive talks in Berlin where officials reportedly bridged 90% of their differences on a US-drafted plan. Ukrainian President Zelensky has signaled a major potential compromise, offering to suspend Ukraine's NATO membership bid in exchange for strong security guarantees. The US delegation is expected to include Jared Kushner, while Russia will be represented by President Putin's special envoy.

Key Points: US and Russian Negotiators to Hold Ukraine Peace Talks in Miami

  • US and Russian envoys to meet in Miami over a draft Ukraine peace plan this weekend
  • The talks follow Berlin negotiations where 90% of differences were reportedly closed
  • Zelensky indicates Ukraine may suspend NATO bid for security guarantees
  • Jared Kushner and Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev are expected to lead delegations
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US, Russian negotiators to meet in Miami over peace deal to end Ukraine crisis: Report

US and Russian officials, including Kushner and Putin's envoy, will meet in Miami to discuss a 20-point peace plan for Ukraine, with 90% of differences reportedly resolved.

"Ukraine could suspend its bid to join NATO in exchange for Western security guarantees - Volodymyr Zelensky"

Washington, Dec 18

US and Russian negotiators are expected to hold talks in Miami, the US state of Florida, this weekend over a peace deal aimed at ending the Ukraine crisis that has lasted nearly four years, US media outlet Politico reported.

The schedule remains in flux, and if they meet, the Donald Trump administration will present to the Russian side the latest development following the talks among US, Ukrainian and European officials in Berlin last weekend, said the report, citing two people familiar with the matter.

US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner are expected to represent the US side, while the Russian delegation is expected to include Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev, said the report.

Ukrainian National Security Advisor Rustem Umerov is also expected to meet with the US delegation separately in Miami or another location in the United States over the coming weekend, according to Xinhua news agency, citing Politico.

The US, European and Ukrainian officials have reached consensus or significantly closed gaps on 90 per cent of their differences on a 20-point US draft peace plan during the Berlin talks last weekend, officials with the Trump administration said.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine could suspend its bid to join NATO in exchange for Western security guarantees to prevent a renewed conflict with Russia, if a peace agreement were reached. Kyiv is seeking protections comparable to those granted to alliance members, assurances that the United States has so far not offered.

He said that Ukraine stands ready to agree on security guarantees based on NATO Article 5 as a part of a compromise in the peace process, the Ukrinform news agency reported.

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- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting that Kushner and Trump's envoy are involved. The US approach seems very personal and not through traditional diplomatic channels. Makes you wonder about the long-term stability of any deal they broker.
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Arjun K
​90% consensus sounds promising, but the last 10% is always the hardest part. Zelensky offering to suspend NATO bid is a major concession. Hope Ukraine gets ironclad security guarantees in return, not just empty promises.
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Sarah B
As an expat in India following this, I'm cautiously optimistic. The world needs this war to end. The economic ripple effects are felt everywhere. Let's hope the negotiators in Miami are serious and not just for show.
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Karthik V
India has maintained a balanced position, calling for dialogue and peace. This development is in line with that. A peaceful resolution in Europe is good for global trade and security, which directly benefits us.
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Michael C
The report says "schedule remains in flux." Sounds like typical diplomatic uncertainty. I'll believe it when I see an official statement. Too many false starts with this conflict.
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Neha E
While peace is the ultimate goal, any deal must ensure Ukraine's long-term security and territorial integrity. A rushed peace for political headlines could plant seeds for future conflict. The details

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