US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner traveled to Moscow on Saturday, September 5, 2026, to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin and deliver a proposal aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, according to international media reports and local coverage.
The Moscow Arrival and Diplomatic Logistics
The US government aircraft carrying Witkoff and Kushner landed in Moscow at approximately 1:00 PM Latvian time after flying in from Helsinki, where it had previously arrived from the United States, according to flight data. Upon arrival at the airport, the American diplomats were greeted by Putin’s special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev.
Before the formal sit-down, Putin kept the US envoys waiting throughout the day. According to news reports, the Russian leader spent the day visiting a new metro line opening, participating remotely in the launch of an oil terminal in Siberia, and meeting with candidates from the ruling United Russia party.
Putin and Trump Statements on the Peace Proposal
US President Donald Trump told journalists on Friday that Witkoff and Kushner were bringing a specific proposal to end the conflict, though the exact contents of the plan have not been publicly disclosed. Ahead of the talks, Putin stated that the negotiations would be difficult and that he intended to present his own perspective on the war.
Did you know? Since Donald Trump’s return to the White House, Steve Witkoff and presidential son-in-law Jared Kushner have made multiple trips to Moscow, though they have not yet visited Kyiv.
Putin also conveyed well wishes to Trump and noted that Witkoff and Kushner had earned Moscow’s trust. “It is comfortable for us to work with them,” Putin said. In response, Witkoff expressed gratitude for the reception in the Kremlin, describing the meetings with Putin as some of the most memorable of his life. At the start of the talks, Putin stated that he was doing everything possible to ensure a safe route for the US envoys.
Ceasefire Measures and Upcoming Travel to Kyiv
In conjunction with the high-level visit, regional security adjustments were announced. Ukraine stated that it would refrain from launching air strikes against Moscow while the US envoys visited Russia and Ukraine. Subsequently, the Kremlin announced that Putin had issued an order halting attacks on Kyiv for a period of three days. Following their engagements in Moscow, Witkoff and Kushner are scheduled to travel to Kyiv on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the US special envoys sent to Moscow?
US President Donald Trump’s special envoys are Steve Witkoff and the president’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, according to news reports.
What was the purpose of the Moscow visit?
The envoys traveled to Moscow to deliver a proposal aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, as confirmed by President Trump prior to the trip.
Who met the US delegation upon arrival?
The American diplomats were greeted at the Moscow airport by Kirill Dmitriev, Putin’s special envoy.
What are the next stops for the US envoys?
Following their meetings in Moscow, Witkoff and Kushner are scheduled to visit Kyiv on Sunday.
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