On September 6, 2026, President Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, visited Ukraine. Their trip followed discussions in Moscow regarding a proposal to end the ongoing conflict with Russia. This marks their first visit to Ukraine since President Trump returned to office, pledging to resolve the crisis.

Before their arrival, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need for ‘security guarantees’ and peace in a social media post. Zelenskyy warmly welcomed Witkoff and Kushner for talks in Kyiv.

In Moscow, Witkoff and Kushner met with President Vladimir Putin for three hours. A White House official stated they discussed comprehensive plans, with future announcements expected. President Trump informed reporters that the envoys carried a peace proposal, suggesting there’s a potential for resolution.

Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov mentioned the American delegation made significant preparations for the trip. They proposed multiple ideas for a resolution, but details were not provided. During the meeting, Putin conveyed warm wishes to President Trump through Kushner and Witkoff. He described Ukraine’s situation as challenging.

Ushakov also noted discussions on potential U.S.-Russia agreements that could be mutually beneficial. Both Ukraine and Russia agreed to pause strikes while the envoys were in the region. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed the suspension of attacks on Kyiv was linked to the visit, mirroring a similar decision by President Zelenskyy until Monday.

The White House official acknowledged the U.S. delegation’s gratitude for the release of U.S. Marine veteran Robert Gilman. Gilman, a 32-year-old teacher detained in Russia since 2022, was released last month. Before his release, he faced severe mistreatment, needing hospitalization, as reported by Global Reach, a group advocating for his freedom.