Kremlin says new Ukraine peace proposals lack 'substance' after Witkoff-Putin meeting
What happened
According to The Guardian's Ukraine war briefing, the Kremlin said new peace proposals lack 'substance'. The comment followed a meeting between Witkoff and Putin in Russia.
When it started
The story was first reported on 22 October 2026, according to the source's timestamp. The exact date of the Witkoff-Putin meeting is not given in the material provided.
How it spread
The Kremlin's assessment is reported as a statement from Russian officials. The article's full text, the specific proposals and the details of the meeting were not available in the material provided.
Why it matters
Peace proposals and high-level talks are closely followed because they bear on efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin's response indicates Russia's current position on the proposals.