Witkoff to visit St. Petersburg after Zelensky talks

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet Russian officials in St. Petersburg to discuss peace proposals for Ukraine, as tensions rise amid escalating Russian attacks. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store indicated this meeting could lead to a higher-level discussion among leaders. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized the need for a trilateral meeting to address critical issues. Witkoff will present security guarantees for Ukraine, while relations between Kyiv and Washington are strained, particularly regarding military support. The ongoing peace efforts face challenges due to Russia's demands and recent U.S.-Russia dealings, with Zelensky warning against siding with Putin.