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Melania Trump hosts Kremlin negotiator at the White House for peace talks

US First Lady Melania Trump welcomed representatives from Russia and Ukraine at the White House, urging humanity in the context of peace negotiations regarding the Ukraine war.

6 November 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On Thursday, a meeting took place at the White House between representatives from Russia and Ukraine, led by US First Lady Melania Trump. This historic gathering included Kirill Dmitriev, the special envoy of Russian President Vladimir Putin, along with a Ukrainian representative.

Melania Trump urged both sides to place 'humanity above war.' This is interpreted as part of the efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine's Oleshky, for which both Ukraine and Russia had already expressed their gratitude to the First Lady.

The US government is supported by this meeting in its efforts for peace in the Ukraine conflict. Discussions aimed at improving the situation appear to play a central role, with the First Lady serving as a significant interface between both parties.

After the meeting, US President Trump hinted at a possible agreement that could have implications beyond the Ukraine conflict for all of Europe. However, no further details were disclosed.

Although representatives from both sides were present at the White House, only the Kremlin negotiator Dmitriev was allowed to meet Trump personally. This has raised questions about the significance of bilateral relations and the role of the US in the peace negotiations.

The statements and perspectives emerging from this meeting are complex and leave room for different interpretations. However, the next steps in the negotiations remain unclear, as no concrete arrangements were established.

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