Umerov after meeting with Witkoff: 'Progress is possible if Russia agrees to de-escalation'

Umerov confirmed that Ukraine’s priority is a settlement that guarantees the protection of Ukraine’s independence and state sovereignty, ensures the safety of Ukrainians, and establishes a stable foundation for a successful democratic future.

The participants discussed the results of the recent US–Russia meeting and the steps that could lead to an end to the war.

"Both sides stressed that real progress toward any agreement depends on Russia’s readiness to demonstrate genuine commitment to long-term peace - in particular, by taking steps toward de-escalation and ending the killing," the NSDC secretary wrote.

According to Umerov, the delegations also reviewed a "Future Development Program" aimed at supporting Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction, joint US–Ukraine economic initiatives, and long-term recovery projects.

Ukraine–US and Russia–US negotiations

Negotiations on implementing the US peace plan for Ukraine are ongoing.

Initially, Western media reported that the peace plan contained 28 points, some of which reflected Russia’s maximalist demands for ending the war. According to respected international outlets, Russian officials may have participated in shaping the proposal.

On 23 and 30 October, US and Ukrainian delegations held consultations to revise the document and make it more favourable for Kyiv. The first meeting took place in Geneva (Switzerland), and the second in Miami.

On Tuesday, 2 December, Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, arrived in Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and discuss the updated document.

After five hours of talks, Putin’s aide Yuri Ushakov said no compromise had been reached yet, but both sides remained prepared to continue negotiations.

It has also been reported that, as a result of the US–Ukraine talks, 20 points have been drafted. The most difficult issues remain unresolved.