US Envoy Notes Progress in Settling Ukraine Crisis
Steve Witkoff highlighted ongoing efforts toward resolving the Ukraine conflict, acknowledging that while progress exists, significant work remains on security protocols.
Remarks from Steve Witkoff
At a business forum in Miami, Florida, 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 extensive discussions by technical teams to prepare for a high-level meeting on Ukraine's security arrangements.
Recent Diplomatic Developments
- On October 16, President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to meet soon in Budapest after a phone call.
- On October 20, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call discussing steps to implement the outcomes of the Putin-Trump conversation.
- Subsequently, the planned meeting was postponed indefinitely.
Summary
The resolution of the Ukraine crisis shows cautious progress despite setbacks, with key diplomatic communications ongoing but major meetings delayed.
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