Summary
U.S. and Russian representatives met at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The planned signing of an $800 billion Ukraine reconstruction deal has been postponed due to tensions over President Trump’s interest in Greenland. Russian attacks in Ukraine continue, affecting civilians and infrastructure.
Key Facts
- U.S. representative Steve Witkoff and President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner met with Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev in Davos.
- The meeting lasted more than two hours, and talks were described as “very positive.”
- A planned $800 billion Ukraine reconstruction deal was postponed due to tensions related to President Trump’s interest in Greenland.
- Greenland is an autonomous region within Denmark, and Trump's interest has caused friction with NATO allies.
- Russian drone and missile attacks continue in Ukraine, with recent strikes causing damage and casualties.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy decided not to attend Davos, preferring to oversee relief efforts in Ukraine.
- NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized the need to maintain focus on aiding Ukraine amidst these tensions.
