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U.S.-Russia Peace Talks: Ukraine's Integrity at Stake

12/22/2025

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Peace talks between U.S. and Russian officials in Miami were described as constructive by Kirill Dmitriev, a Kremlin envoy.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, expressed skepticism and said any agreement must respect Ukraine's territorial integrity.
U.S. negotiators proposed a trilateral format involving Ukraine, Russia, and European representatives.
Senator Lindsey Graham warned the United States may increase pressure on Russia if negotiations fail, even as both sides continue military operations.

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Peace talks between U.S. and Russian officials in Miami were described as constructive by Kirill Dmitriev, a Kremlin envoy.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, expressed skepticism and said any agreement must respect Ukraine's territorial integrity.
U.S. negotiators proposed a trilateral format involving Ukraine, Russia, and European representatives.
Senator Lindsey Graham warned the United States may increase pressure on Russia if negotiations fail, even as both sides continue military operations.