Putin holds 3-hour talks with Witkoff, Kushner; Moscow signals military resolve

Putin met with US envoys Witkoff and Kushner for over three hours, with Moscow claiming the US brought new proposals and describing the talks as extraordinarily open. However, Russia simultaneously reaffirmed its conviction of achieving military goals in Ukraine, signaling no softening of its position. The outcome is uncertain, but the extended engagement suggests potential diplomatic movement amid continued military pressure.