Trump did not confirm Witkoff bringing new proposals on Ukraine settlement to Russia
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US President Donald Trump did not confirm that Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are bringing new proposals to end the Ukraine war during their meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin, despite earlier stating they were bringing a proposal to settle the conflict.
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Why It Matters
The meeting marks Putin’s eighth face-to-face encounter with Witkoff and Kushner’s third round of talks on a potential settlement to the conflict in Ukraine. Trump had previously stated that Witkoff and Kushner 'are bringing with them a proposal to end the war'.
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What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Further diplomatic talks between US and Russian officials will continue regarding Ukraine settlement
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What specific proposals, if any, did Witkoff and Kushner bring to the meeting?
- Did Putin respond to any proposals brought by the US negotiators?
- What are the next steps in the Ukraine peace process following this meeting?
