The American president sent senior negotiators to Russia and Ukraine while establishing conditional terms for his personal involvement in peace talks. Trump announced he would meet with Putin and Zelensky only after negotiations yield a near-final agreement.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff received authorization for Moscow discussions with President Putin, while Army Secretary Dan Driscoll shifted focus to Ukrainian representatives. The missions aim to address remaining disagreements.
Trump characterized recent negotiations as productive, claiming advancement over recent days. According to the president, only a few substantive disagreements remain.
The original proposal drew criticism from Ukraine and its European allies, requiring revision. Subsequent discussions have produced modifications that administration officials claim address concerns.
Ukrainian President Zelensky maintained a cautious stance, expressing appreciation while avoiding confirmation of specific agreements. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov indicated Moscow awaits a formal proposal.
