US envoys visit Kyiv and Moscow to revive Ukraine peace talks

US envoys are expected to arrive in Kyiv and Moscow over the weekend to revive negotiations aimed at ending Russia's war on Ukraine, raising hopes for a settlement. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the upcoming meetings and expressed readiness for substantive talks. The US negotiators, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are reportedly set to visit Moscow on September 5 and 6, according to TASS. This marks their first trip to Kyiv, with mediation efforts having stalled since March. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of continued American engagement, while Ukrainian officials noted a "new dynamic" in peace efforts. Russian President Vladimir Putin hinted at possible progress, thanking countries like the US and China for supporting a peace deal. However, fighting persists, with Russian overnight strikes killing at least three people in Ukraine, while Ukraine continues targeting Russian energy infrastructure.