US Envoy Highlights Progress in Settling Ukraine Crisis
Steve Witkoff, the US special presidential envoy for peace missions, acknowledged ongoing challenges but noted visible progress in resolving the Ukraine conflict during a business forum in Miami, Florida.
Progress Amid Challenges
Witkoff stated,
“I sense that there's some break, there's some progress today, but I think it's a tough conflict.”He emphasized the need for further work on security protocols for Ukraine, adding that extensive technical discussions are required before holding a high-level meeting.
Diplomatic Efforts and Meetings
- On October 16, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed in a phone call to meet soon in Budapest.
- On October 20, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed steps to implement the agreements from the Putin-Trump conversation.
- However, the planned meeting was later postponed indefinitely.
These developments reflect ongoing diplomatic efforts despite the complex nature of the conflict.
Author’s Summary
Despite significant challenges, gradual progress and extensive diplomatic talks continue to shape efforts toward resolving the Ukraine crisis.