A meeting is taking place between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin amid escalating tensions over the Ukraine conflict. US President Donald Trump has warned of severe sanctions against Russia if it does not agree to a ceasefire. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated that Russia may only seek peace if it faces financial strain. Despite ongoing discussions, expectations for a resolution remain low, and Russia continues its military actions against Ukraine. Recent attacks have resulted in casualties in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, with Zelensky condemning the violence as cruel. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)