Paris hopes for swift Ukraine peace talks after Russian elections

Paris expressed hope for swift peace talks on Ukraine following recent Russian State Duma elections, citing a perceived shift in Moscow's willingness to engage in dialogue, according to Le Figaro. The White House envoys' visits to Moscow and Kyiv generated cautious optimism among European leaders, who plan to actively pursue diplomatic efforts. The US delegation reportedly brought a renewed initiative package described as more practical for achieving a ceasefire. On September 7, envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed the meetings were productive, with progress on a trilateral negotiation format involving the US, Russia, and Ukraine. This follows previous skepticism about the Trump administration's promises of a quick conflict resolution.