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Ukraine's peace negotiators arrive in US for talks with Trump officials

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Posted on January 17, 2026

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KYIV, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Ukraine's peace negotiators arrived in the United States on Saturday for talks on details of a proposed agreement to end the four-year war with Russia, the head of the

Ukrainian Peace Delegation Visits US for Talks with Trump Officials

Ukraine's Peace Negotiations with the US

KYIV, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Ukraine's peace negotiators arrived in the United States on Saturday for talks on details of a proposed agreement to end the four-year war with Russia, the head of the Ukrainian president's office said.

Key Participants in the Talks

Kyrylo Budanov said the delegation would meet with White House envoy Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, and U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll.

Main Issues on the Agenda

"Ukraine needs a just peace. We are working to achieve results," Budanov, a former military intelligence chief, said on the Telegram app.

Future Prospects and Recovery Plans

Trump has been pushing both Kyiv and Moscow for a deal to end the war. But despite many rounds of talks, no tangible diplomatic breakthrough has been reached so far, and fighting continues to rage on a front line extending more than 1,200 km (750 miles).

Ukraine and the U.S. have drafted a 20-point peace proposal, but Russia has yet to comment on it.

The trickiest issues include territorial concessions, security guarantees and the fate of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, Europe's biggest, occupied by Russia.

Ukrainian officials said the agenda would include security guarantees and a post-war recovery package for Ukraine.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he hoped to sign documents outlining "a prosperity package" with the U.S. on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos next week, to unlock about $800 billion in reconstruction investments.

Trump told Reuters this week that he may meet with Zelenskiy at the WEF.

(Reporting by Olena Harmash; Editing by Kevin Liffey)

Key Takeaways

  • Ukrainian negotiators meet US officials for peace talks.
  • Discussions focus on ending the war with Russia.
  • Key issues include territorial concessions and security.
  • A 20-point peace proposal is drafted but not yet agreed.
  • Potential $800 billion recovery package for Ukraine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a peace negotiation?
A peace negotiation is a process where conflicting parties come together to discuss terms to end hostilities and reach a mutual agreement.
What is post-war recovery?
Post-war recovery involves the processes and efforts taken to rebuild and restore a country after a conflict, focusing on economic, social, and infrastructural development.

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