Steve Witkoff, an envoy for Donald Trump, reported that a potential conversation between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin could occur this week. Witkoff described recent discussions with Putin as positive, focusing on the terms of a ceasefire. While he refrained from confirming specific demands from Russia, Witkoff noted that US envoys are actively working to bridge differences between Ukrainian and Russian positions in negotiation discussions. The talks involve several European stakeholders, and there is support for a truce, although the complete objectives remain vague. Ukraine's stance is that they aim for a lasting peace rather than a temporary ceasefire.
Discussions with Putin over several hours last week were positive and solution-based. I expect that there will be a call between the US and Russian presidents this week.
Witkoff added that US envoys had narrowed the differences between Ukraine and Russian negotiators, indicating a serious effort underway to reach a ceasefire agreement.
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