
Special US envoy Steve Witkoff has revealed significant progress in the peace talks between Ukraine and Russia at the recent Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. Putin agreed to allow robust security guarantees for Ukraine, tilting towards a NATO-like commitment. This breakthrough marks a new phase in potential resolutions to the conflict. Witkoff emphasized the importance of Ukrainians’ acceptance of these guarantees as a crucial step towards peace.
Moreover, Russia has reportedly granted concessions on five Ukrainian regions central to the war, significantly the eastern Donetsk province. The discussions on these concessions, particularly in Donetsk, are anticipated to be detailed further on Monday.
In response to recent developments, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the imperative nature of finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict and the importance of engaging in meaningful negotiations. The talks aim to garner support for Ukraine and secure lasting peace.