Witkoff in Russia for Putin meeting after ‘positive’ talks with Zelenskyy
Summary
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff traveled to Russia for talks with President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine war after having positive discussions with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Norway. The US is working to end the war that started with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine over four years ago, amid ongoing conflict and tensions between the countries.Key Facts
- Steve Witkoff met with Zelenskyy in Norway before heading to St. Petersburg to meet Putin.
- The talks aim to find progress toward ending the Ukraine war, which began with Russia’s full invasion more than four and a half years ago.
- President Trump has shown frustration with Zelenskyy and suggested others might negotiate for Ukraine.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the talks with Zelenskyy “positive” and said Witkoff will share ideas with Putin.
- Jared Kushner attended the talks virtually due to illness and is expected to join the Putin meeting remotely.
- Zelenskyy said important US intelligence sharing was restored after the talks.
- Zelenskyy accused the US of slowing Starshield internet service, crucial for Ukraine’s fighting, but US officials denied Trump’s involvement.
- Russia and Ukraine continue attacks; recent strikes killed civilians on both sides.
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