Trump’s special peace envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are currently preparing for direct meetings with Russian negotiators and finalizing dates for their first official visit to Kyiv. A top Ukrainian delegation, including intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov, traveled to the US to advance the peace plan framework. A new round of crucial US peace framework talks is scheduled to take place next week in Saudi Arabia. Good news is expected soon.
Donald Trump’s special envoys are highly active and committed to accelerating peace negotiations, with both US and Ukrainian officials emphasizing that September 2026 could bring major diplomatic breakthroughs. While previous deadlines have shifted due to geopolitical deadlocks and Middle East distractions, the current timeline is heavily focused on immediate actions.
The US President has warned that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine could trigger World War III involving nuclear weapons and a risk of a global-level catastrophe. The war is pushing global tensions to a dangerous edge. The sheer volume of military aid, coupled with a lack of direct dialogue, could result in a nuclear conflict. "This thing could end up in World War III if we don't get it settled," he stated.
White House envoys are pressuring Ukraine for a swift decision on territorial concessions and security guarantees, aiming for a finalized deal before Christmas 2026. Trump directly told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the current trajectory was "gambling with World War III" by resisting a pro-negotiation formula to end the conflict. Yesterday, Zelenskyy publicly noted that "September could change a lot".
