Vittkoff Prepares International Video Conference to Discuss Negotiations with Russia and NATO
Amid recent diplomatic developments, U.S.
Special Representative Steve Vittkoff is preparing to hold a significant video conference with high-ranking officials from Ukraine, NATO member countries, and European partners.
This pivotal meeting aims to provide detailed insights into the latest negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
According to sources, the primary objectives are to inform stakeholders about confidential talks, discuss potential next steps toward de-escalation, and strengthen diplomatic relations among involved nations.
Reports from Axios indicate that this initiative is motivated by signals from Washington, particularly through recent phone conversations between top U.S.
and Ukrainian officials.
These exchanges have stirred uncertainty in Kyiv and Brussels regarding future U.S.
policies, especially concerning possible direct meetings between Vladimir Putin and Western leaders, which many Ukrainian officials see as concerning.
They fear Russia might use such bilateral talks to achieve favorable agreements without Ukraine’s participation, potentially escalating the conflict further.
The White House has not officially commented on the scheduled video conference, but reports suggest that any direct meeting between American and Russian leaders depends on whether Putin agrees to meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky, raising questions about the possible courses of action moving forward.