President Trump’s envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, traveled to Russia to present a new proposal aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine, which began in 2022 with Russia’s invasion. The envoys were welcomed by Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev upon their arrival in Moscow. Trump expressed optimism about the potential for peace, highlighting the negotiating skills of Witkoff and Kushner. In response to their visit, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a temporary halt to strikes on Kyiv, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepared for their arrival, emphasizing the importance of constructive talks. This visit marks the first time Trump’s envoys have traveled to Ukraine since his return to office, following previous discussions with Putin that were deemed constructive but did not yield a breakthrough. Trump remains committed to achieving a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine.
QUESTION: How might the involvement of international envoys influence the outcome of conflicts like the one in Ukraine?
