In the Red Hall of the Kremlin's Grand Palace, Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump, along with American special envoy Steve Witkoff. The meeting took place on September 5 after more than three hours of discussions between Putin and the two American diplomats, which included a shared lunch in Moscow. The Russian news outlet Izvestia reported that the meeting was described as "not a breakthrough, but..." suggesting that while the talks occurred, they did not lead to a major agreement. The newspaper highlighted the handshake between Putin and Kushner on its September 7 front page, signaling the significance of the meeting to Russian media. This was Steve Witkoff's seventh trip to Russia since January and Kushner's second visit to the country. According to Izvestia, the Americans presented "a series of considerations on a possible crisis exit," though the details of their proposed plan were not made public. The term "crisis exit" refers to a strategy aimed at resolving a difficult situation, in this case, likely related to the ongoing tensions between Russia and the United States. Putin emphasized that any resolution to the conflict must address "the elimination of the deep causes of the conflict," indicating that he believes lasting peace requires more than temporary fixes. His comments suggest that Russia is seeking a comprehensive solution rather than short-term compromises. The meeting, while not yielding immediate results, reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts to manage the complex relationship between the two nations. The discussions took place amid a broader context of geopolitical tensions, including issues related to Ukraine, sanctions, and military activities in various regions. While the Americans presented their ideas, the specifics of their approach remain unclear, and it is uncertain whether Putin's conditions for a resolution will be met. The meeting underscores the continued dialogue between Russia and the U.S., even in the absence of major breakthroughs.