High-Stakes Diplomacy: Putin Meets Trump's Envoy
Russian President Vladimir Putin is meeting with U.S. President Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow. The meeting discusses the Ukraine war, with Trump setting a deadline for Russia to agree to peace terms or face new sanctions. Interfax agency reports the high-stakes diplomatic engagement.
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In a significant diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin held discussions with Steve Witkoff, U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy, in Moscow. The talks are focused on resolving the ongoing Ukraine conflict, according to reports from the Interfax agency citing Kremlin sources.
The meeting comes against the backdrop of an ultimatum issued by Trump. The U.S. president has set a Friday deadline for Russia to agree to end the conflict in Ukraine or face the imposition of new sanctions. This adds urgency to the diplomatic efforts underway in Moscow.
The world watches closely as these high-stakes negotiations unfold, with potential ramifications for international relations and regional stability in Eastern Europe.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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