During a session held at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 22, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff conveyed that the peace negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine have made "a lot of progress," narrowing down to a single unresolved issue. Witkoff emphasized the potential for resolution, remarking, "If both sides want to solve this, we're going to get it solved." His comments reflect ongoing diplomatic efforts involving the United States in discussions with Russia as well as separate consultations with Ukrainian and European leaders, all exploring various proposed frameworks for ending hostilities in Ukraine.
Despite these talks, a final accord remains elusive. This stalemate persists even with United States President Donald Trump's repeated assurances about securing a deal. Speaking at the same Davos gathering one day prior, President Trump urged Russian and Ukrainian leaders to come together, labeling them "stupid" in the hypothetical event that they fail to reach an agreement.
Later on the same day as Witkoff's statement, he indicated plans to travel to Moscow to continue diplomatic engagements. His insights were provided during an unscheduled appearance at a breakfast forum focused on Ukraine's future, which featured notable participants including NATO Secretary Mark Rutte and Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
Mark Rutte voiced strong confidence in President Trump's dedication to supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and independence, affirming, "I have never doubted this." He stressed the importance of sustained attention, adding, "What we need is to keep our eyes on the ball of Ukraine. Let's not drop that ball." These remarks highlight the ongoing international focus on Ukraine's political status amid the conflict.