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U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Russia on Friday, as confirmed by the Kremlin. Dmitry Peskov, the spokesman for President Vladimir Putin, acknowledged Witkoff’s visit, although he did not specify if a meeting with the President was on the agenda.
Tracking data from Flightradar24 indicates that the aircraft used by Witkoff landed in St. Petersburg early Friday morning. This marks Witkoff’s third visit to Russia since President Trump assumed office, with previous trips including direct discussions with Putin.
This latest trip follows a notable event where Ksenia Karelina, a dual U.S.-Russian national sentenced to 12 years in a Russian prison, was exchanged for Arthur Petrov, who faced allegations related to international smuggling and espionage activities.
In the backdrop of this diplomatic engagement, President Trump has been advocating for a resolution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. His administration has often been critical of both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Putin, underscoring the complexities of international relations amid the ongoing crisis.
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