politics
January 22, 2026
IN BRIEF: US envoy says 'one issue' left in Ukraine talks, notes major progress
After the meeting in Moscow, contacts on settling the situation in Ukraine will take place at the working group level in Abu Dhabi, Steve Witkoff noted
TL;DR
- US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is optimistic about a Ukraine settlement.
- Significant progress has been made, with only one issue remaining to be resolved.
- Witkoff believes the final issue is solvable.
- A tariff-free zone for Ukraine could significantly boost its economy.
- Working group level discussions will continue in Abu Dhabi after meetings in Moscow.