Dmitriev Visits U.S. Amid Ceasefire Negotiations
Dmitriev Visits U.S. Amid Ceasefire Negotiations

Dmitriev Visits U.S. Amid Ceasefire Negotiations

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Kirill Dmitriev, head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund, is in Washington to meet with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff as part of efforts to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine. This visit, the first by a senior Russian official to the U.S. since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, is facilitated by a temporary lift of U.S. sanctions against Dmitriev. The Trump administration is using Dmitriev's visit to explore economic collaborations, notably in rare earth minerals and Arctic energy exploration. President Trump has expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over stalled negotiations and has threatened significant tariffs on Russian oil if a ceasefire is not achieved. Dmitriev's visit underscores a shift in U.S.-Russia relations under Trump's presidency, aiming to restore dialogue amidst escalating conflict concerns. The Kremlin confirmed the possibility of Dmitriev's visit, emphasizing ongoing communication as both countries seek a diplomatic resolution.

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