U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are en route to Moscow to brief President Vladimir Putin on two‑day U.S.–Ukraine talks in Florida, amid hopes to end the war.
U.S. Delegates Arrive for Moscow Briefing
Steve Witkoff, a special U.S. envoy to the Middle East, and Jared Kushner, president‑in‑law and former Trump adviser, traveled to Moscow. They will brief Vladimir Putin on details of the two‑day U.S.–Ukraine negotiations held in Florida, which aim to establish a peace agreement for the war in Ukraine.
Artur Nowak‑Far on Trump’s Peace Ambitions
Professor Artur Nowak‑Far, former Deputy Secretary of State and economist, argues that Trump is driven by a desire to record his legacy by winning a Nobel Peace Prize. He notes Trump’s motivations but questions the feasibility given the proposer’s serious age.
Russia’s Isolation and Western Fragmentation
Nowak‑Far claims that Russia has successfully fractured Western unity. With no cohesion, he believes Western countries will withdraw aid to Ukraine to force concessions, creating further rifts in the West.
China’s Strategic Interests in the Conflict
The professor suggests China benefits from Russia’s weakening position. He contends China can entice Russia to pivot against its own interests, using low‑cost gas and oil pipelines to keep Russia in its orbit.
Ukraine’s Position and Europe’s Response
While the U.S. seeks a “sweet deal” for Ukraine, the professor notes Europe is attempting to regain a unified international identity. He warns the détente could leave Ukraine in a compromised state, with Russia maintaining an edge.
