Putin Initiates 72-Hour Ceasefire as U.S. Envoys Arrive for Peace Talks
By Editor • September 5, 2026 • 1 min read
In a significant diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin held three hours of late-night discussions in the Kremlin with U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff on September 5, 2026. This meeting aimed to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has persisted for over four years. The talks concluded just after 11:00 p.m. local time and coincided with a planned visit by the envoys to Kyiv.
During the negotiations, Putin ordered a temporary halt to strikes on Kyiv for 72 hours, effective from midnight. Presidential spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that this ceasefire was linked to the U.S. delegates' upcoming visit to Ukraine, which is set for September 6, 2026. This gesture comes amidst escalating aerial attacks as both sides prepare for potential discussions on peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who had called for a pause in airstrikes during the envoys' visit, noted that Russia's overnight attacks on Kyiv and Boryspil international airports seemed to be a direct response to the upcoming U.S. diplomatic efforts. The conflict remains tense, with both nations escalating their military actions, and the humanitarian toll continues to rise with casualties reported on both sides.
Source: www.thehindu.com
