Zelensky hears from Trump envoys that Russians are ready for talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he received a message from US President Donald Trump's envoys that "Russians are ready for negotiations," following their visit to Kyiv. Zelensky met Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Kyiv on Sunday, September 6, after their Moscow talks with Vladimir Putin. He remains skeptical, citing Russia's battlefield actions and recent attack escalation, but acknowledged Putin appears "ready to discuss" ideas for advancing the peace process. The envoys brought proposals on de-escalation ahead of winter, covering energy facilities, grain supplies, and oil and gas exports. The US also supports a "winter package" for Ukraine, including air defense and liquefied natural gas assistance.