Washington, DC – Axios reports that Russian and US officials plan to hold unannounced talks in Miami. These talks are expected to take place soon as part of efforts to explore opportunities for a political settlement to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
According to the report, the anticipated meetings come amidst recently reactivated, quiet diplomatic channels. There is a growing awareness on both sides of the difficulty of achieving a military victory and the repercussions of the ongoing war on international stability and the global economy.
Axios indicated that the agenda for the talks may include issues related to a ceasefire and mutual security guarantees. Additionally, the discussions will address humanitarian concerns and prisoner exchanges. However, the talks do not yet constitute formal, publicly announced negotiations.
The website quoted informed sources as saying that the choice of Miami reflects the desire of both sides to hold the meeting away from traditional political capitals. This is intended to allow for greater flexibility in the discussions. It was emphasized that the potential outcomes remain unclear.
There has been no official comment yet from the White House or the Kremlin regarding the report. The US administration continues to publicly affirm its support for Kyiv, while Moscow maintains its stated positions on the terms of any future settlement.
