Peace talks continue, "additional progress" is expected in weeks ahead, Trump's envoy Witkoff says
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announces ongoing peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, expecting additional progress in the near future.
US President Donald Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has reported ongoing communications aimed at resolving the Russo-Ukrainian war, suggesting that further advancements may be achieved in the coming weeks. In a statement, he noted that recent efforts include a substantial prisoner exchange, highlighting the role of trilateral talks that also involved the United States.
This week, Ukraine and Russia successfully conducted a prisoner exchange involving 1,000 individuals, which Witkoff attributed to the agreements made during the trilateral negotiations in Geneva. The involvement of the United States in these discussions underscores its significant role in facilitating communication between the conflicting parties, demonstrating a strategic diplomatic effort to stabilize the situation.
According to sources from Ukrainska Pravda affiliated with the Ukrainian delegation, Ukrainian negotiators maintain consistent contact primarily with American officials. Witkoff's comments indicate a cautiously optimistic outlook for the negotiation process, emphasizing the importance of sustained dialogue in achieving lasting peace in the region.