Ready for a global power play? Today (Thursday, Dec 4, 2025), former President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner touch down in sunny Miami ☀️ to sit down with Rustem Umerov, Ukraine's top negotiator. This comes just two days after Witkoff's marathon five-hour session in Moscow with President Vladimir Putin.
Here's what you need to know:
- Moscow Recap: On Tuesday, Dec 2, Witkoff briefed Putin on Russia's demands to end the conflict. Putin aide Yuri Ushakov said no compromise has been reached yet, noting that some American wording needs more work.
- Miami Mission: Today, Witkoff and Kushner will update Umerov on those Russian demands and explore tweaks to the peace plan. The vibe is hopeful but cautious 🤝.
- Next Steps: Yesterday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted on X that his team will also loop in European partners for the "security architecture" piece. The toughest talks lie ahead on territory issues, frozen assets, and security guarantees.
Why it matters: After more than a year of conflict, fresh diplomatic pushes like this could reboot talks and give Ukraine a shot at solid security deals. For anyone following global politics, this Miami meetup is one to watch 👀.
Stay tuned as young changemakers in South and Southeast Asia keep an eye on how these high-stakes discussions shape the future of peace in Europe—and what lessons we can draw for conflict resolution closer to home.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
