On October 9, 2026, representatives from Ukraine, the United States and Europe gathered in Miami for talks that had been scheduled to last two days. The agenda, as outlined by the U.S. side, was to cover preparations for winter, Ukraine's energy resilience, grain exports, and security guarantees.
Dmitry Lytvyn, advisor to the President of Ukraine, offered a candid assessment of how the first day unfolded. He noted that the session "turned out to be longer than anticipated" and that it carried "a slightly different flavor." Importantly, he clarified that the talks were not cancelled.
Shortly after the extended opening session, Lytvyn announced that "the negotiating groups are already on their way home."
Representative Steve Witkoff provided insight into what had actually been discussed during that opening session.
Special U.S. Representative Steve Witkoff provided insight into what had actually been discussed during that opening session. He said the parties covered preparations for winter, Ukraine's energy resilience, grain exports and security guarantees.
The longer first day, its different flavor, and the fact that the delegations are already on their way home indicate that the talks concluded after one day.