US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are traveling to Russia and Ukraine to seek a peace deal amid ongoing conflict. The trip follows Trump's promise to end the war in Ukraine, which has lasted five years.
Kushner and Witkoff will first meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow before visiting Kyiv. The envoys have previously led peace efforts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Zelenskyy has pledged to pause airstrikes during negotiations to ensure safety.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister called a drone strike on the SBU headquarters a major escalation, highlighting the ongoing conflict. Despite efforts to restart peace talks, recent negotiations have stalled, with Russian officials expressing skepticism about a short-term solution.
Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of safety during talks, while Russian officials have not confirmed the meeting, stating that media will be informed if such a meeting takes place.