Diplomatic Shuffle: Key Figures Engage in Ukraine Peace Talks at Davos

Kirill Dmitriev, Russia's presidential envoy, is set to meet with the U.S. delegation at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Concurrently, the U.S. and Ukraine continue discussions on resolving the ongoing war with Russia. High-profile figures like Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are involved in these diplomatic efforts.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 19-01-2026 15:40 IST | Created: 19-01-2026 15:40 IST
Diplomatic Shuffle: Key Figures Engage in Ukraine Peace Talks at Davos

Kirill Dmitriev, President Putin's special envoy, is preparing to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he is expected to engage in discussions with the United States delegation. The meetings are part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the protracted conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

Ukraine's chief negotiator, Rustem Umerov, confirmed that discussions with U.S. officials will persist at the forum, with the aim of reaching a resolution to the war that has extended nearly four years. U.S. President Trump is slated to attend the conference in person, accompanied by a substantial delegation.

Meanwhile, the Kremlin has disclosed upcoming peace talks in Moscow involving Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner. Recent interactions between Dmitriev, the U.S., and European and Ukrainian officials have been described as both productive and constructive, reflecting a collaborative approach to addressing the Ukraine conflict.

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