Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed that the United States is calling for the ongoing war with Russia to reach a conclusion by June, with both parties invited to meet in Miami for talks next week.
America proposed for the first time that the two negotiating teams – Ukraine and Russia – meet in the United States of America, probably in Miami, in a week. We confirmed our participation, Zelensky stated.
While no immediate comments have come from Washington or Moscow, US President Donald Trump has been pushing for an end to the conflict since returning to office over a year ago.
Simultaneously, Russia continues to target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, resulting in widespread blackouts during the cold winter months. Zelensky’s assertion highlights the interplay between ongoing military aggression from Russia and the budding diplomatic dialogue initiated by the US.
The latest round of peace talks in Abu Dhabi concluded without a breakthrough, as Zelensky emphasized that difficult issues, including territorial concessions, remain unresolved. He remarked on the urgency of negotiations with the looming June deadline, attributing it also to potential domestic challenges the US may face.
Despite these diplomatic efforts, Russian strikes have severely impacted Ukrainian energy facilities, underscoring the ongoing humanitarian crisis as civilians face critical energy shortages amid freezing temperatures.
Zelensky pointed out the severe impact of the missile and drone attacks on Ukraine’s power grid, leading to increased power deficits and widespread outages, with some areas left in darkness as temperatures plummet.
In the face of mounting pressure from ongoing conflict, Zelensky continues to strive for a path towards peace, though the complexities of the situation demand careful and strategic negotiations.
