Ukrainian and US officials meet in Florida to discuss proposals to end Russia's war

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US Officials Hold Talks with Ukrainian Delegation in Florida on War in Ukraine

A meeting between US officials and a Ukrainian delegation in Florida has kicked off discussions aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner met with Ukrainian negotiators to thrash out details of Washington's proposed framework.

The talks focused on revisions to the 28-point plan developed by US and Russian negotiators. The existing proposal has been criticized for being too favorable to Russia, and Kyiv's European partners have expressed concerns about it. The team in Florida aimed to iron out discrepancies between the two sides.

Rubio emphasized that the ultimate goal was not just to end the war but also to ensure Ukraine's sovereignty and independence. "This is not just about peace deals," he said during the talks. "It's also about securing an end to the war that leaves Ukraine with real prosperity."

Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov acknowledged US support for his country, expressing gratitude towards Trump, who has previously claimed that Ukraine was not grateful enough for US assistance.

The session was productive, but more work remains in finding a peace deal. Rubio said, "It's not just about the terms that end fighting; it's also about the terms that set up Ukraine for long-term prosperity." He noted that significant progress had been made and emphasized the shared vision of securing Ukraine's future without compromising its sovereignty.

The US has pared back an initial draft after criticism from Kyiv and Europe. The revised proposal focuses on revising territorial discussions, with a clear stance against recognizing land seized by Russia militarily. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had said he expected recent meetings in Geneva to yield results.

Tensions within Ukraine's government have been escalating as the country faces significant pressure from Washington to agree to terms of a deal while facing increasing challenges, including incremental Russian gains on the front line and crippling power grid attacks.
 
I'm still skeptical about these talks 🤔. I get that both sides want an end to the war, but what's in it for Ukraine? They're already taking huge hits from Russia, so they need more than just "real prosperity" - they need concrete guarantees and support. And what about Russia's concerns? They didn't start this war out of thin air, you know 😬. It feels like we're just playing both sides against each other without really addressing the root issues. Can't we try to find a middle ground here 🤝?
 
🤔 i'm not sure how much trust can be put into these talks tho...like, how many times gotta they redo the plan b4 it's acceptable 2 both sides lol 💸 think kyiv needs 2 be more firm n negotiate from a stronger position 🙅‍♂️ 2009 was a good year but this war thing is getting old 💔
 
🤔 just reading about these talks between US officials and Ukrainian delegation in Florida, feels like it's been going on for ages 🕰️ doesn't seem like there's much progress being made on the ground, still a lot of fighting happening 💥 maybe they're focusing too much on revisions to the 28-point plan? seems like they need to figure out what's really driving the war in Ukraine 🤝 Rubio seems like he knows what he's doing tho 👊
 
I'm so done with these talks 🤯. I mean, can we just cut to the chase already? The US is offering a framework that's basically Russia-friendly 🤑. It's all about finding common ground, but it seems like they're more interested in preserving peace than actually holding Russia accountable for its aggression. Ukraine needs a strong hand, not some watered-down deal that'll just embolden Putin further 😒. I'm calling BS on this whole thing... we need real action, not empty promises 💪
 
💡 You know I've seen my fair share of conflicts and wars in my lifetime, and this one in Ukraine is really testing everyone's patience. I think it's great that the US officials are working with Ukrainian negotiators to find a framework for ending the war, but you can tell there's still a lot of work to be done 🕒️.

I'm a bit skeptical about some of the revisions they're making to the 28-point plan - seems like they're trying too hard to appease both sides. I mean, Ukraine wants to keep its sovereignty and independence, no doubt about it 💪, but Russia's gotta feel like they're not getting the upper hand.

It's good that Trump is acknowledging Ukrainian support for US assistance 🙏, though. We've seen how crucial allies can be in these kinds of situations. And I'm glad Marco Rubio emphasized the importance of securing Ukraine's future without compromising its sovereignty 👍.

Still, it's a tough road ahead. Tensions within Ukraine's government are high, and they're under a lot of pressure to agree to terms while Russia keeps pushing their limits 🔥. Fingers crossed that these talks will yield some real progress 🤞
 
Man, I remember when I was still in high school... 🤣 I'm getting old, I know! Anyway, these talks between US officials and Ukrainian delegation in Florida are kinda like trying to fix a Lego puzzle - it's all about fitting the right pieces together. It's good to see that Washington is being more realistic with their proposal, pare back from those initial 28 points... 🤔

I'm not sure what's more concerning, though - Russia's continued aggression or Kyiv's government instability 😬. I mean, they gotta work together if they wanna get outta this war thingy. And it's weird that Trump is getting all the gratitude from Ukraine for helping them out... 🙄 Still, these talks in Florida are a good start. Fingers crossed they can iron out those details and get something done! 💪
 
Just got back from my weekly walk at the beach and couldn't help but think about this meeting between US officials and Ukrainian negotiators in Florida 🌴. I feel like we're getting close to finding a solution, but it's not going to be easy, you know? 🤔 It's all about securing Ukraine's sovereignty and independence, which is really important. The fact that the US is taking a more favorable stance on this is great news for Ukraine 💪.

But at the same time, I'm worried about the tensions within Ukraine's government. They're under so much pressure to agree to some deal, while their own people are still fighting on the front line 🤯. It's like they're being squeezed from all sides. My grandma used to say that when you're in a tight spot, it's always best to take your time and think things through 💭.

I just hope that Washington can find a way to support Ukraine while also giving them the space they need to make their own decisions 🤝. It's not going to be easy, but I have faith that they'll get there eventually 💕.
 
omg 🤯 i cant even believe these us officials are tryin hard to get a peace deal done with ukraine!!! 😩 rubio seems super serious about makin sure ukrainians have sovereignty tho 🙌 but like, theres still so much pressure on them from washington... 🤔 is it too much for kyiv's gov to handle? 🤷‍♀️ i hope they can get a good deal done and end the war ASAP 💕 btw what do u think about kushner bein part of these talks tho 👀
 
omg I was just thinking about my vacation plans for summer 🌴🏖️ and I saw this news about Ukraine and Russia fighting 🤕💥 and I'm like what's going on? is it safe to travel there now? 🚫 do they even have internet out there? 😂 how can people live like that? 😔 I also heard we're getting into summer in florida but like, who cares when someone's war is happening over there? 🌞😒
 
I'm not sure I trust these talks 🤔. They're trying to get Ukraine to accept some pretty big compromises, like recognizing land seized by Russia militarily 🚫. And what's with this "prosperity" thing? It sounds like they just want to make peace so the US can forget about Ukraine and move on 🙄. I mean, what guarantees do they have that Ukraine won't end up being another pawn in some bigger game? 🤑 And don't even get me started on the fact that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is basically begging for this deal 🤦‍♂️. Something doesn't add up here...
 
🤝 So I think this meeting is like trying to navigate a tightrope between two big players. The US wants to make sure Ukraine's sovereignty is respected, but Russia's not budging on some of its demands 🤔. It's also interesting that the US has revised the proposal to address some of the concerns from Kyiv and Europe... I guess you could say it's a bit like fine-tuning a car engine - you need to make adjustments to get it running smoothly 😊. The fact that more work is still needed, though, kinda makes me worry about how long this peace process will take 💔
 
lol what a joke is this war thingy? so we're basically saying that if you leave Russia's 'gift' to Ukraine, it'll be all good? 🤣 and oh great, Russia gets to keep its 'militarily seized land', thanks for the clarification 🙄 meanwhile in Kyiv, they're like "hold my beer while I figure out how to survive with no electricity and a few bullets flying around" 💀 and what's up with this whole 'prosperity' thing? is that like a nice way of saying 'you get to live without getting nuked'? 🤷‍♂️ i mean, i'm all for Ukraine having its sovereignty and independence, but come on guys, let's not pretend like it's all gonna be sunshine and rainbows once the guns go silent 💔
 
😐 I gotta say, it's kinda sad that US officials are having to do all the heavy lifting for Ukraine. Like, don't get me wrong, they're trying to help and all, but shouldn't Ukraine be the ones negotiating their own future? It feels like the US is kinda babysitting them right now.

And can we talk about how messed up Russia's military tactics are? Like, seizing land and then expecting everyone else to just roll over? It's not fair. And what's with the power grid attacks? That's like, super scary stuff.

I'm all for a peace deal and securing Ukraine's sovereignty and independence, but I think it's time for them to step up their game too. They need to show that they can stand on their own two feet and make some tough decisions without relying on the US all the time.

It's not just about the terms of the peace deal; it's about how Ukraine's going to recover from this war. Are they gonna be able to rebuild and move forward? Or are they just gonna be stuck in limbo forever?

I'm keeping my fingers crossed that they can get a real deal done soon 🤞.
 
🤔 I think it's great that US officials are having these talks with Ukrainian delegation in Florida... but, like, we gotta be realistic here 🙃. These talks have been going on for ages, and while I'm glad to see progress being made, we can't just overlook the fact that Russia has been pretty aggressive 🚫. The 28-point plan might not be perfect, but what's the alternative?

And can we talk about Ukraine's sovereignty for a sec? 🤷‍♂️ I get that it's super important, but have they considered the potential consequences of giving in to Russia's demands? Like, what if it just emboldens them even more? 🤔 We need to make sure any deal is fair and doesn't compromise Ukraine's future. Fingers crossed these talks lead to something concrete 💕!
 
I'm literally shaking with frustration 😩 thinking about this war in Ukraine 🌊 it's like US officials are playing chess while Russia is burning down their own kingdom 🏰 but seriously, what's taking so long?! 💥 I mean, we've got US officials and Ukrainian negotiators sitting around a table trying to iron out the 28-point plan and it still seems like an endless battle 🕊️

and can we talk about the revisions to the proposal for one second?! 🤯 Rubio is all about securing Ukraine's sovereignty and independence but what about the people, man? 🌎 What about the ones fighting on the front lines? 💔 The ones whose lives are literally being destroyed by this war 🌪️

I'm so done with the back-and-forth 🔄 it's like they're trying to make a peace deal that benefits everyone except the actual people affected 💸 Ukraine needs real prosperity, not just some watered-down version of it 😒 and Rubio is right, but only partially – this isn't just about ending the war, it's about making sure those terms set up Ukraine for long-term prosperity 🌱
 
omg u no how frustrating dis is 🤯!! US officials r tryin 2 end Russia's war in Ukraine but it feels like they're goin nowhere fast lol😂. I'm all for secuering Ukraine's sovereignty & independence tho 🇺🇦, that's a major priority for me. The thing is, Russia's been doin some pretty shady stuff on the battlefield & it's hard 4 Ukraine 2 come out on top 💪.

I feel 4 Ukrainian negotiators too, they r doin their best w/ the resources they have 🙏. It's def not easy bein in de middle of all dis tension 💥. I just hope dem US officials can get it together & find a solution ASAP 🕒. We cant keep seein people dyin in Ukraine 💔, it's time 4 some action 🚪💪
 
🤔 I'm really hoping these talks between the US and Ukraine lead to something concrete... like, seriously concrete 🌉 not just more meetings or promises that don't follow through 🙄. It's getting to be a bit too much for Ukraine, ya know? The power grid is down, people are struggling, and the government is all stressed because they gotta make some tough decisions that affect everyone's lives. We need some real progress here 🕒️
 
I'm low-key worried about these talks in Florida 🤔. It sounds like they're making progress, but we gotta keep an eye out for any backroom deals that might compromise Ukraine's sovereignty 😬. Those US officials are trying to iron out the kinks, but it's easy to get caught up in all the politics and lose sight of what's really at stake.

I'm all about securing Ukraine's prosperity and independence, but we need to make sure we're not just talking about a temporary peace deal 🤝. What's gonna happen when the fighting stops? Are Ukraine's citizens gonna be able to build their economy without relying on foreign aid? It's time for some real, sustainable solutions 💡.

And can we talk about how Russia is still holding onto that seized land like it's nobody's business? 🚫 That's a major sticking point in these talks. We need to make sure Ukraine gets its territorial issues resolved once and for all.
 
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