Officials from US, EU, and Ukraine explore potential peace talks with Russia

US and EU officials have begun discussions with Ukraine regarding the possibility of peace talks with Russia. Concerns have been raised about the war in Ukraine reaching a stalemate and the diminishing public attention it has received. The US government is worried that this could hinder Ukraine's ability to receive additional aid. However, there are no signs that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready for negotiations, as he believes he can outlast the West and continue fighting until support for Ukraine wanes or supplying Kyiv becomes too costly.