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Miami Talks Between US and Russia Aim Peace

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MIAMI — U.S. negotiators met Russian officials on Dec. 20 in Florida for talks aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. The U.S. delegation, led by envoy Steve Witkoff and joined by Jared Kushner, met Russia’s envoy Kirill Dmitriev in closed-door sessions after prior discussions with Ukrainian and European officials. Participants discussed U.S. proposals for security guarantees to Kyiv and possible territorial arrangements, while Kyiv’s president urged greater U.S. pressure on Moscow. Officials reported constructive exchanges but provided limited readouts and no joint statement; talks continued into Dec. 21 with follow-up questions pending. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 5 original reports from The Straits Times, The Star, CNA, The Korea Times and KyivPost.

Timeline of Events

February 2022: Russia launches full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Dec. 19, 2025: U.S. holds preparatory talks with Ukrainian and European officials on a peace plan.
Dec. 20, 2025: U.S. negotiators meet Russian delegation in Florida; sessions are closed-door.
Dec. 20–21, 2025: Delegations report constructive exchanges; no joint statement issued; meetings continue.
Post-Dec. 21, 2025: U.S. issues follow-up questions to Moscow; next steps await Russian response.

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Who Benefited

Diplomatic intermediaries, U.S. envoys, and negotiating third parties gained visibility, leverage, and a mandate to pursue follow-up engagement after the Miami sessions.

Who Suffered

Ukrainian civilians and military continue to face insecurity and uncertainty as negotiations proceed without an immediate, binding ceasefire or public agreement.

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