US and Russia to Sit Down in Riyadh: Major Negotiations Begin in Ukraine

riyadh, saudi arabia - Peace talks between US and Russian delegations in Saudi Arabia to end the war in Ukraine will commence today, excluding Kiev at the table.

US and Russia Peace Talks in Riyadh

Peace negotiations between US and Russian delegations in Saudi Arabia mark a significant step towards ending the conflict in Ukraine. The absence of Kiev at the table signals a strategic move by the US and Russia to address the war that began three years ago.

Russian Delegation in Riyadh

The Russian delegation in Riyadh, led by President Putin's foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, aims to discuss a wide range of issues with their American counterparts. The outcomes of the initial contact will determine the potential summit between President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin by the end of February.

High-Ranking US Officials

The US delegation, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, and Trump's Middle East Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, is expected to engage in comprehensive discussions covering various areas, not limited to the Ukraine crisis.

Ukraine's Reaction

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed discontent over not being invited to the talks, emphasizing that decisions made in their absence will not be recognized. Zelensky's visit to Saudi Arabia following the US-Russia meeting indicates ongoing efforts to address the situation.