The United States and Russia will hold new talks on ending the Ukraine war in Miami this weekend. A White House official confirmed the meeting but provided no operational details. The talks are linked to President Donald Trump’s plan to push for a negotiated settlement.
The meeting follows two days of discussions in Berlin between Ukrainian officials and Trump’s envoys. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed signs of progress during those talks. However, he warned that Moscow was preparing for a “new year of war,” highlighting continued risks.
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According to media reports, Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner are expected to attend. Russia is likely to be represented by economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev. The White House declined to confirm the final delegations or outline the agenda.
Diplomatic activity has increased sharply in recent weeks as the war nears its fourth year. Witkoff and Kushner met President Vladimir Putin in Moscow in November. They also held discussions with Ukrainian and European leaders in Berlin. Despite these efforts, key differences remain unresolved.
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Ukraine and the United States say progress has been made on future security guarantees. However, serious disagreements persist over territory Ukraine may have to cede. On Wednesday, President Putin said Russia would achieve its war objectives. He reaffirmed Moscow’s aim to seize and retain claimed regions.