Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, representing President Trump, just days before a critical White House deadline for Russia to agree to a peace deal with Ukraine. The meeting comes amid rising pressure, as failure to meet the deadline could result in economic penalties against Russia.

The discussion signals high-stakes diplomacy as the U.S. pushes for a resolution to the ongoing conflict, emphasizing the urgency of peace talks