Putin’s Envoy Claims “Close” Diplomatic Settlement: Skepticism Reigns
According to Kirill Dmitriev, a Kremlin special envoy, Russia, the United States, and Ukraine are nearing a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict. Dmitriev, who was in Washington for talks with US officials, indicated that a meeting between President Trump and President Putin was likely, contradicting previous reports. He cited President Zelenskyy’s acknowledgement of front-line negotiations as a significant step towards a potential agreement. Dmitriev’s optimistic assessment comes amidst recent US sanctions targeting Russian oil companies and calls for a ceasefire.
John Q. Hosedrinker