Donald Trump’s envoy called for the start of direct negotiations between Russia and European countries as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

Jared Kushner said the current focus of the United States is on facilitating direct dialogue between Moscow and its European partners, and on preparing the agenda for the next round of talks.

He emphasized that no peace agreement would be complete without Europe’s participation, and that NATO must also continue to remain the main pillar of European security.

The position was raised after the latest round of consultations by the United States with Russia and Ukraine. Kushner also said that while the parties involved continue to stress maximum demands in their public positions, they know in private that ending the war will not be possible without “practical compromises.”

In recent weeks, Washington has increased its efforts to bring the positions of Moscow, Kyiv, and European capitals closer together.