Putin agrees to resume U.S.-mediated peace talks on Ukraine as missile attacks continue in Kyiv
Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to resume peace talks with Ukraine mediated by the U.S.Meetings are scheduled to occur next month in an effort to end the ongoing conflict.
US envoy Steve Witkoff met Putin in St Petersburg, where they discussed the negotiations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed support for the proposed trilateral talks, highlighting their urgency.
Putin on Ukraine:
The lands lost by Kyiv are not “their territory”; they are historically Russian lands. https://t.co/fbEJV4IypJ
— Clash Report (@clashreport) October 22, 2026
Peace negotiations
Zelenskyy believes that a leader-level summit is crucial to resolving the deadlock.
The Kremlin indicated that previous proposals from Oslo held little value for addressing the crisis.
However, they acknowledged that the discussions were a positive step forward.
Witkoff noted a “degree of momentum” in the peace efforts after his meeting with Putin.
During the talks, Putin expressed willingness to restore economic ties with the U.S. and respond to the situation with Iran.
Kyiv faced missile attacks shortly after the announcement of the peace talks, causing damage and injuries.
Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed explosions occurred in multiple districts of Kyiv.
Simultaneously, Russian officials reported intercepting a majority of drones aimed at Moscow.
This complex geopolitical situation continues to evolve with implications for both domestic and international relations.
International observers remain cautious about the peace process and the potential for escalation.
