US reports progress in Ukraine talks as trilateral summit looms

Negotiations on Ukraine are advancing, with the US reporting "substantial progress" after envoys visited Moscow and Kyiv, and preparing trilateral talks involving Russia, the US, and Ukraine. However, Ukrainian President Zelensky remains cautious, citing ongoing Russian attacks. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Putin and Zelensky, proposing a three-way format deemed "most productive." Kremlin spokesman Peskov said Russia doesn't exclude resuming talks, while Zelensky expressed skepticism, noting Moscow's actions on the ground. Discussions reportedly cover energy infrastructure, grain shipments, and oil and gas exports. European leaders urge caution, with EU's Kaja Kallas seeing insufficient signs of Russian sincerity. Bloomberg reports Moscow may be planning military escalation. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham supports the US-led ceasefire efforts, while Zelensky seeks security guarantees, economic support, and new sanctions against Russia.