US-Ukraine Miami Talks: Russia's Readiness Key to Peace

• US and Ukrainian officials are holding a third day of talks in Miami.
• Both sides agree that "real progress" in peace talks hinges on Russia's commitment to ending the war.
• US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Putin in Moscow, presenting a US-backed peace proposal that Russia partially rejected.
• The US plan suggests Ukraine surrender land in exchange for security guarantees, falling short of NATO membership.
• Ukrainian and US officials also discussed security arrangements and deterrence capabilities for lasting peace.

Why It Matters: Ongoing talks show peace in Ukraine depends on Russia's commitment.