Special envoys of U.S. President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, may visit Kyiv again after trilateral negotiations between Ukraine and Russia take place in Abu Dhabi. The purpose of their visit is to hold separate meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Negotiations in Abu Dhabi
According to information published by Axios, a final decision regarding Witkoff and Kushner's trips has not yet been made. However, U.S. officials express cautious optimism about the outcomes of the negotiations, which could significantly impact the future situation between Ukraine and Russia.
Main Obstacles in the Negotiations
The primary obstacle to successfully concluding the negotiations remains territorial issues. Russia insists on gaining control over the entire Donbas, while Ukraine demands consideration of the current front line. These discrepancies could pose a serious barrier to reaching a compromise.
Active Preparation for Negotiations
In the past two weeks, Witkoff and Kushner have been actively contacting Ukrainian and Russian officials, making several calls a day. This indicates the seriousness of the U.S. intentions to facilitate a peaceful resolution to the conflict.