Meeting of Putin and Witkoff, liquidation of General Moskalyk. Main news for April 25.

Vladimir Putin and Steve Witkoff held a productive meeting that contributed to the rapprochement of positions between Russia and the USA regarding Ukraine and other international issues. The issue of direct negotiations between the Russian Federation and Ukraine was one of the main topics of discussion. This is already the fourth meeting of Putin with an American representative.

The meeting of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and U.S. Special Representative Steve Witkoff has begun in the Kremlin pic.twitter.com/faaSr7f9fj

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During the meeting, Putin and Witkoff discussed other issues, such as the cancellation of tariffs on American goods in China, the arrest of a vessel from the 'shadow' fleet of the Russian Federation by the Security Service of Ukraine, and the liquidation of Russian General Moskalyk in the Moscow region.

China cancels tariffs on American goods

China has decided to cancel additional tariffs on certain American goods. This was reported by CNN. Official confirmation of such a decision is not yet available, but some import agencies confirm this information. Overall, this step is positive for American companies that produce semiconductors, as certain tariffs on these goods will be canceled.

Russian General Moskalyk liquidated in the Moscow region

An explosive situation occurred in the Moscow region, resulting in the death of the Deputy Head of the Main Operational Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, Yaroslav Moskalyk. A fire broke out in the car, but there are suspicions that it was a homemade explosive device. Investigative actions are already underway to establish the causes and circumstances of this incident. Russian media link this case to the crimes of the occupiers.

Arrest of a vessel from the 'shadow' fleet of the Russian Federation

The Security Service of Ukraine arrested a foreign vessel that helped the Russians steal Ukrainian agricultural products from temporarily occupied regions. This vessel was part of the 'shadow' fleet of the Russian Federation, which was used to sell Ukrainian grain in other countries. According to the SBU, the vessel was conducting an illegal raid under the flag of one of the Asian countries. During the search, documents and other evidence confirming the facts of plundering were found. Only carrying out additional investigative actions will help establish all the circumstances of the crime and hold guilty parties accountable.

Plan published for ending the war in Ukraine

Ukrainian and European officials transmitted a plan to the USA that envisages the cessation of the war with the Russian Federation. It includes a ceasefire, security guarantees for Ukraine, the restoration of control over territories, and cooperation in the economic sphere. This plan serves as a foundation for peacefully resolving the conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine.

Final proposal from the USA for Ukraine and the Russian Federation

U.S. Special Representative Steve Witkoff presented European officials with the final plan that will constitute a proposal for Ukraine and the Russian Federation. This plan includes a ceasefire, security guarantees for Ukraine, recognition of Russia's control over Crimea and certain regions of Ukraine, restoration of control over other territories, and economic cooperation between the USA, Ukraine, and the Russian Federation.