U.S. President's special emissary, Mr. Trump, has touched down in Moscow.
Steppin' into the Kremlin: Special Envoy Steve Whitkoff Hits Moscow
It's made the 'loop, folks! The one and only Steve Whitkoff, Donald Trump's Special Envoy, touches down in Moscow's Vnukovo Airport, as reported by Interfax, backed by aviation services[1]. The aircraft in question, a swanky Bombardier Global 7500 business jet, took off from Miami Airport and cruised its way across the Latvian-Russian border like a boss around 9:40 Moscow time[2].
With the cat out the bag, Interfax's trusted insider later fills us in that Whitkoff landed in Moscow bright and early on Friday morning[1]. But, let's not forget about the American publication Axios that tipped us off earlier—sources suggested a potential meeting between Putin and Whitkoff was set for April 25[1]. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, as cool as a cucumber, neither denied nor confirmed those rumors, saying they'd let us know if and when Whitkoff touches base with Putin[1]. With a sly wink, Peskov reminded us the next time the two bigwigs huddle up won't be a secret[1].
Russia's Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, isn't keeping us waiting either. He spills the beans that a new round of talks between Russia and the US is on the horizon[1].
Wait a tick! You might wonder if this is Whitkoff's debut performance in Mother Russia, but it's not. He's been there, done that! This visit marks Steve's fourth time waltzing into Russia[1]. Most lately, he chatted it up with Putin in St. Petersburg on March 11[1]. Their conversation revolved around various aspects of the Ukrainian settlement, as shared by the Kremlin[1].
So, grab yer popcorn, folks! This whirlwind diplomatic dance between the U.S. and Russia continues, with Whitkoff stepping center stage in Moscow[1].
Written by Natalia Petrova for RIA "Novy Day," 2025
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[1] Enrichment Data: Whitkoff's mission in Moscow was all about advancing Washington's quest for a peace deal in Ukraine. He presented proposals to Putin, potentially including allowing Ukraine to maintain its own military and defense industry, paving the way for a ceasefire and resolution of the conflict[1][2]. This was his fourth meeting with Putin as part of a series of negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine[1][2].
- In the heart of Moscow, the fourth visit of Special Envoy Steve Whitkoff from the United States has commenced, as he landed at Vnukovo Airport on a Bombardier Global 7500 business jet.
- Confirmed by Interfax, Whitkoff's arrival coincides with rumors of a potential meeting between Putin and him, although Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has neither denied nor confirmed these reports.
- With the background of the ongoing war-and-conflicts in Ukraine, this visit comes as an essential part of Washington's pursuit of a peace deal, as suggested by enrichment data.
- Traditionally involved in general news and politics, American publication Axios previously hinted at a possible meeting between Putin and Whitkoff, scheduled for April 25. However, the final confirmation of such meeting remains to be seen.
