Kushner sees potential breakthrough ideas in Russia-Ukraine-West talks

Jared Kushner, a special envoy and son-in-law of US President Donald Trump, said new ideas have emerged during preparations for the next round of trilateral talks involving Russia, Ukraine, and the West that could lead to a breakthrough. Kushner stated that he and Steve Witkoff are in close consultations with Russia, Ukraine, and European partners, focusing on facilitating direct dialogue between Moscow and European partners. He noted that both sides recognize practical compromises are necessary to end the war, and that Trump supports only agreements that strengthen security for Ukraine and Europe. Kushner emphasized that NATO remains a key pillar of European security, and that reliable security guarantees for Ukraine and realistic post-war arrangements are needed. This comes after reports that Russia reiterated demands for NATO to withdraw forces to 1997 positions during talks in Abu Dhabi.