US hosts Ukraine peace talks in Miami

US, Ukrainian and European officials met in Miami to discuss ending Russia’s war before winter, including energy resilience, grain exports, security guarantees and reconstruction. US envoy Steve Witkoff called the exchange productive. A planned follow-up session did not go ahead after the Ukrainian delegation left; separately, Washington eased sanctions on Russian diesel.

• 300,000 tonsDiesel promised for immediate supply — Under the US-Russia arrangement
• 1 million tonsDiesel promised during November — Part of the same arrangement

Q1

Who represented Europe at talks?

Germany, France and Britain joined alongside the European Commission and NATO, according to Witkoff’s account of the meeting.

Q2

Why did Kyiv object to diesel easing?

Washington described the arrangement as easing fuel prices, while Zelensky said the proceeds would give Russia additional money for war.

Q3

What did US officials say resulted?

Witkoff said the meeting identified issues for further exploration before Washington’s next engagement with Russia, but gave no public timetable.

Q4

What is the risk of stalemate?

Rubio warned that neither side has a military solution, and that a prolonged stalemate could lead to escalation in the conflict.