This week, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators in Miami painted contrasting pictures of the latest round of peace talks, held over the weekend of December 20–21, 2025.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, speaking in Kyiv on Monday, December 22, described the draft proposals as “quite solid,” noting that nearly 90 percent of Ukraine's demands are on the table. The framework includes a 20-point plan, a multilateral security guarantees document involving Ukraine and European members, and a separate bilateral security agreement.
Zelenskyy highlighted key elements under discussion: maintaining Ukraine's armed forces at a peacetime strength of 800,000; Ukraine's prospective membership in the European Union; and security arrangements led by France and the United Kingdom with support from the United States. He also noted that other countries could contribute to energy security, financing, and civil protection.
Moscow's negotiator, investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev, adopted a tone of muted restraint, emphasizing ongoing consultations and cautioning that significant gaps remain between the parties.
The U.S. side, led by President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, hosted parallel meetings, underscoring Washington's role in brokering a potential path to peace. Next steps include review of the bilateral security document by the U.S. Congress and consultations among European allies before talks resume.
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Ukraine and Russia offer differing accounts of peace talks in Miami
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