Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Witkoff

Al Jazeera DiplomaticNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera Staff,News AgenciesJanuary 22, 2026 at 12:26 PM

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In January 2026, US envoy Steve Witkoff announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos that Russia-Ukraine peace talks have narrowed to a single remaining issue. This announcement followed constructive talks between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and US President Trump, who both expressed optimism. Witkoff and Jared Kushner were scheduled to travel to Moscow for further discussions with President Putin, followed by meetings in Abu Dhabi with military working groups. While the Kremlin acknowledged Witkoff's efforts, they declined to comment on the potential for a near-term deal. Zelenskyy indicated that documents were better prepared, and he had previously stated that he would only attend Davos if there was an opportunity to sign an agreement with Trump on resolving the war.

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Witkoff and Kushner will travel to Moscow and Abu Dhabi for further talks.

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Zelenskyy would only travel to Davos if there was opportunity to sign an agreement with Trump.

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Putin will meet Witkoff during the visit to Moscow.

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Trump and Zelenskyy held constructive talks.

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Russia-Ukraine peace talks are down to one issue.

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Abu Dhabi 30% Jared Kushner 40% Vladimir Putin ×240% Moscow ×240% World Economic Forum ×250% Davos ×450% United States ×260% Ukraine ×670% Russia ×370% Donald Trump ×680% Volodymyr Zelenskyy ×680% Steve Witkoff ×590%

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