Negotiations to end the war in Ukraine continued through the weekend in Florida, with officials describing the discussions as constructive despite ongoing disagreements between Moscow and Kyiv. The talks represent a central element of sustained US diplomatic efforts that have included engagements with multiple parties across different locations.
The Russian delegation’s representative provided updates to the media on Saturday from Miami. Dmitriev characterized the negotiations positively and outlined a schedule that saw discussions continuing through Sunday. His meetings included senior US officials who have been tasked with bridging the substantial gaps between Russian and Ukrainian positions on key issues.
Ukrainian leadership expressed satisfaction with the pace of diplomatic developments. Through a Telegram post on Sunday, Zelenskyy indicated that negotiations were moving forward quickly and that Ukraine’s team in Florida was engaged in productive work with American officials. This assessment came after Ukraine’s chief negotiator confirmed completing separate consultations with US and European partners earlier in the week.
The diplomatic process involves multiple layers of engagement beyond the direct Russia-Ukraine discussions. Earlier in the week, Berlin served as the venue for meetings between Ukrainian officials and European partners, demonstrating the coordinated international approach to facilitating peace. These various diplomatic initiatives aim to create conditions where acceptable terms can be identified despite the parties’ divergent starting positions.
The path to agreement remains complicated by fundamental disagreements about the conflict’s resolution. Putin has recently articulated Russian demands in ways that suggest limited room for compromise, expressing confidence in military outcomes if negotiations fail to meet Moscow’s conditions. Meanwhile, European leaders demonstrated long-term commitment to Ukraine through approval of 90 billion euros in assistance, ensuring Kyiv maintains both defensive capabilities and economic functioning as diplomacy proceeds.