Witkoff says he hopes Ukraine included in U.S., Russia talks
Summary
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the war in Ukraine and possible peace talks. Both sides said progress depends on decisions by Ukraine's leaders, who want to be included in any talks about their country. President Trump also announced the release of a U.S. citizen from Russian custody during the visit.Key Facts
- Steve Witkoff met Putin in St. Petersburg to talk about ending the war in Ukraine.
- Russian officials said peace talks need Ukraine’s agreement and action.
- President Trump said Russian officials released a U.S. citizen without requiring a prisoner swap.
- Russia is open to a meeting including Trump, Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, but Ukraine opposes it.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy supports talks that include Ukraine directly and wants parliament to approve any deal.
- Witkoff met Zelenskyy in Oslo before going to Russia and shared ideas to try to help progress.
- Ukraine thanked the U.S. for restoring early warnings of Russian missile attacks.
- Ukraine still has limited access to a military satellite network from the U.S. but hopes to get full access soon.
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