This could become a turning point. While resistance continues on the front, Kyiv's diplomacy is taking steps that could change the trajectory of the conflict: talks with the US team have shown visible progress, and Rustem Umerov speaks of the possibility of aligning positions by the end of the day.
"We hope that by the end of the day we will reach an agreement that will bring us closer to peace"
– Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council
Breakthrough in talks
Over two days of dialogue the parties have made concrete progress on key issues. The Ukrainian team notes the constructiveness of the talks; the American delegation is headed by special representative Steve Witkoff and businessman Jared Kushner. The Ukrainian side publicly thanked President Trump and his team for their efforts.
Insiders close to the negotiation process confirm: this is not about declarations, but about aligning positions that lead to practical steps toward a long-term agreement. Western analysts call this a decisive moment when diplomacy tests the real chances for peace.
A signal to Moscow
These talks are not just routine diplomatic meetings. For Russia, it is a signal: the world is concentrating resources and attention on finding an exit that could strengthen Ukraine's position. Possible scenarios are already being discussed online, and experts warn that the nuances of future political and security guarantees are being decided right now.
Umerov also urged people not to give in to anonymous speculations and provocations in the information space — it is important to stay focused on the facts and the results of the negotiations.
Update and assessments
UPDATED: Rustem Umerov's press service clarified that by "an agreement by the end of the day" they mean an alignment of positions, not the signing of a final document. In other words, this refers to a decisive stage of the negotiation process, not an instant peace contract.
Even the President of Finland notes: the probability of reaching an agreement is now at its highest; the process is at a critical moment. Western experts say that if positions are indeed aligned, this will create a window of opportunity for further steps — and Ukraine must take advantage of it.
What this means for us
This is not the end of the struggle, but it is proof: Ukrainian diplomacy is working effectively, allies are ready to step in, and the world is watching closely. We stand on the threshold of a historic moment — and whether this chance turns into a real peace on terms favorable to the country depends on our resilience, clarity of position, and unity.
