Russia Announces Temporary Truce as Trump Envoys Arrive in Moscow
What Happened
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv beginning September 6, as US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow for talks aimed at reviving efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. The envoys are expected to meet Putin before traveling to Kyiv for discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Key Takeaways
The temporary halt marks a rare de-escalation after weeks of intensified attacks around Kyiv and comes as Washington makes a renewed diplomatic push to restart stalled peace negotiations. While the pause may create space for talks, major differences between Russia and Ukraine remain unresolved.