Washington, United States – US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff affirmed that the United States seeks a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing that military action is not the best means to end the war.
Washington Rejects Military Solution
Witkoff stated that the US administration aims for a “diplomatic solution” to the conflict rather than a military outcome, confirming that this remains the consistent approach adopted by US President Donald Trump. He added that this policy drove his and Jared Kushner’s presence in Kyiv as part of American moves to advance settlement efforts between Moscow and Kyiv.
Positive Talks in Moscow and Kyiv
Witkoff described the negotiations conducted by the US side in both Moscow and Kyiv as positive, signaling ongoing engagement with both conflict parties to bridge views on unresolved issues. His remarks coincided with Jared Kushner’s announcement that the United States is crafting a “peace package” designed to yield a conflict resolution in Ukraine, reflecting intensified American diplomatic engagement.
Mutual Concessions Required
Witkoff highlighted the necessity for both sides of the conflict in Ukraine to make concessions to reach an agreement, indicating that securing a final settlement demands flexibility from Moscow and Kyiv on contested points. The US initiatives come as Washington pushes for negotiation progress before winter, amid continuing military operations and divergent stances between Russia and Ukraine regarding terms for ending the war. Witkoff and Kushner’s statements reflect a US transition from preliminary talks toward formulating a comprehensive negotiation framework to conclude the conflict via diplomatic channels.
