Chicago – September 06, 2026
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have met to discuss efforts to advance negotiations aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war, as Washington continues diplomatic efforts to find a path toward a settlement.
The meeting comes amid ongoing attempts to bring Russia and Ukraine closer to an agreement following years of fighting. Witkoff has been involved in U.S. diplomatic contacts concerning the conflict, while Kushner, a former senior White House adviser, has also participated in discussions related to President Donald Trump’s foreign-policy initiatives.
The talks are part of broader diplomatic efforts involving the United States, Russia and Ukraine. Key issues include territorial disputes, security guarantees for Ukraine and conditions for a potential ceasefire.
Neither side has indicated that the latest discussions have produced a final agreement. The conflict remains unresolved, with continued international attention focused on whether negotiations can produce a lasting ceasefire and a broader peace settlement.
