The White House pressed forward with Ukraine peace negotiations while President Trump maintained prerequisites for his personal involvement. Trump announced he would meet with Putin and Zelensky only when discussions yield a near-final agreement.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff received orders to travel to Moscow for talks with Putin, while Army Secretary Dan Driscoll transitioned to meetings with Ukrainian officials. The coordinated efforts aim to resolve disagreements.
Trump claimed progress on refining proposals initially drafted by the United States. According to the president, only a few points of disagreement remain.
The original 28-point plan drew criticism from Kyiv and European capitals, requiring revisions. Multiple negotiating rounds have produced modifications that officials claim address concerns.
Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized ongoing communication while avoiding confirmation of agreements. Ukrainian officials indicated that territorial questions require direct Trump-Zelensky discussions.