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U.S. and Russia meet to discuss ending Ukraine war

Season 2025 Episode 49 | 3m 24s

Russian and U.S. officials met in person for the first time since Russia invaded Ukraine more than 1,000 days ago. They aimed to chart a path towards peace and raised the possibility of lifting sanctions they’ve aimed at each other. They also agreed to work toward restoring staffing at embassies. But there was one glaring omission: Ukrainian officials were not in the room. Geoff Bennett reports.

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