Witkoff Meets Putin: Any Progress on Ukraine?

Western media doubt the prospects for peace in Ukraine following Putin’s meeting with Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in Saint Petersburg. Commentators argue that Moscow shows little willingness to compromise, while Trump’s policies may embolden Russia and weaken Western unity. Critics suggest Putin is exploiting US political pressures to gain strategic advantages, raising concerns about Ukraine’s future, security guarantees, and the credibility of Trump’s peace efforts.