Witkoff to Meet Putin Wednesday as US Seeks Ukraine Progress
US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, following talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Norway, according to an insider. The US aims to build on progress made with Ukraine and Europe by discussing ideas with Russia. The meeting comes amid escalating tensions, with Russia intensifying attacks on Kyiv and Ukrainian civilian casualties rising. Zelenskyy has accused the US of reducing support, including delayed weapons deliveries and restricted Starlink access, while Trump has criticized Ukraine for lacking reciprocity and suggested Zelenskyy should be replaced. Putin has proposed a trilateral summit with Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, which Trump said he would attend. The Kremlin confirmed discussions are underway about a potential meeting, though no final agreement has been reached.