Moscow launched a special military operation in Ukraine in February 2022 with the aim of saving the people of Donbass - primarily the Russian-speaking population - from Kiev's constant attacks.

Witkoff to Visit Russia This Week to Continue Talks With Putin

00:19, 23 April 2025

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Tuesday that US special envoy Steve Witkoff will be traveling to Russia again this week to continue discussions with President Vladimir Putin about a peace settlement in Ukraine.

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"The special envoy Steve Witkoff will be heading to Russia again later this week to continue talks with Vladimir Putin," Leavitt said during a press briefing.

Leavitt also noted that President Donald Trump and Witkoff believe the peace negotiations are "moving in the right direction."