White House hosts Ukraine-Russia talks with Melania Trump's mediation

The White House hosted a meeting where First Lady Melania Trump received Ukrainian and Russian negotiators and ombudsmen, following a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky. The event drew significant media attention and mixed reactions from Western press. Western journalists noted the unexpected presence of Russian representative Kirill Dmitriev and a separate meeting between Donald Trump and him. Some outlets questioned whether the pause gave Russia military advantages, while others highlighted the First Lady's personal involvement in planning the humanitarian operation. Melania Trump sent personal letters to Presidents Zelensky and Putin through the delegations, with diplomatic sources suggesting she offers broader mediation. The Washington Post reported Trump spoke of a potential larger deal with Russia affecting all of Europe.