'Big development' in peace talks as Ukraine says Europe to join Russia negotiations

The announcement comes after Kushner and fellow envoy Steve Witkoff held over four hours of talks with Putin in the Kremlin before traveling to Dublin to debrief Zelensky. The nearly five-year war continues with Russia maintaining its hardline demands.

Diplomatic efforts

The inclusion of Europe in the next round of talks marks a significant shift in the diplomatic approach to ending the conflict, though Russia has shown no indication of softening its position.