Trump dispatches envoys to Moscow and Kyiv to discuss ending Ukraine war

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he will dispatch senior advisers Steve Witkoff and former White House senior adviser Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv in an effort to negotiate an end to the conflict that has raged in Ukraine for more than four years. The move marks a new diplomatic initiative by the Trump administration, which has sought to position itself as a mediator in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.

Witkoff, a real‑estate developer with experience in international negotiations, and Kushner, who previously served as a senior adviser on Middle‑East policy, are expected to meet with officials in both capitals to present a U.S.‑backed framework for cease‑fire and political settlement. The proposal comes amid continued fighting in eastern Ukraine and a series of stalled peace talks under previous administrations. U.S. officials indicated that the envoys will coordinate closely with allies and regional partners, though no specific terms have been disclosed. The outcome of the mission will be closely watched for its potential impact on the war’s trajectory and on broader U.S.–Russia relations.