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Ukraine peace talks down to one sticking point - Witkoff

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Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:23 UTC

A US delegation is expected in Moscow on Thursday for negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Ukraine peace talks have been narrowed down to a single unresolved issue, according to US special envoy Steve Witkoff, who said he would travel to Moscow later on Thursday. The trip was later confirmed by the Kremlin.

Speaking at an impromptu 'Ukraine Breakfast' on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Witkoff said he felt "encouraged" and "optimistic" about the progress so far. He said:

"If both sides want to solve this, we're going to get it solved. I think we've made a lot of progress. I think we've got it down to one issue, and we have discussed iterations of that issue, and that means it's solvable."

Witkoff did not specify the remaining sticking point, but he had previously suggested it relates to territory.

Russia has demanded that Ukraine abandon claims to the Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics, as well as the Kherson and Zaporozhye Regions - four territories that joined Russia in 2022 following referendums. Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky has rejected recognizing the regions as part of Russia, though he said last month that a referendum on possible territorial concessions could be held.

US President Donald Trump told reporters on Wednesday that Moscow and Kiev were "reasonably close" to a settlement and "at a point now where they can come together and get a deal done."

Trump met with Zelensky in Davos on Thursday. The sit-down lasted less than an hour and was not followed by a press conference. Despite naming Zelensky as the main impediment to a peace deal last week, Trump told reporters that the Davos meeting was "good," and that he hopes "it's going to end."

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday morning that the US delegation, which will also include Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, is expected in Moscow by 8 pm local time (5 pm GMT), with a meeting with Putin scheduled immediately afterward. He added that the talks will cover the Ukrainian settlement and "other related topics," but declined to comment on the progress of negotiations.

At a Thursday morning meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Putin revealed that he also plans to discuss contributing funds to Trump's Board of Peace with the US delegation - an initiative created to support Gaza's recovery after the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Trump invited dozens of nations to join the board, including Russia. Putin suggested using Russian assets frozen in the US for the contribution.

"We have discussed such options previously with representatives of the US administration, and a meeting and discussion on this topic is planned for later today in Moscow," Putin stated.

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TBoris · 2026-01-24T03:12:57Z

Negotiations are not about this:

Witkoff did not specify the remaining sticking point, but he had previously suggested it relates to territory.

Instead it is about 'BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Joins Kushner and Witkoff in High-Stakes Ukraine Reconstruction Talks' [Link]

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is now directly involved in Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction negotiations, alongside Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, as economic interests take center stage in the conflict’s resolution.

Dwoods44 · 2026-01-24T06:26:05Z

TBoris If Fink is involved in the reconstruction of Ukraine, it is not a good sign. The link didn't work for me.

TBoris · 2026-01-24T13:15:28Z

Dwoods44 The link worked fine for me. Can you check it again? Here is some more from the article:

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has taken a seat at the Ukraine negotiating table, joining Jared Kushner and real estate developer Steve Witkoff in discussions focused on the war-torn country’s economic future. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that the talks will center on an “economic document” outlining post-war reconstruction efforts, signaling a shift from military conflict to financial and developmental strategy.

Fink’s involvement marks a significant escalation in private sector engagement in Ukraine’s recovery. In 2022, Fink declared that the Russia-Ukraine war would “spell the end of globalization,” a prediction that now aligns with his active role in shaping Ukraine’s economic revival. His participation follows a 2022 meeting with Zelenskyy, where both agreed to coordinate investments in Ukraine’s most critical sectors.

“Zelenskyy and Larry Fink agreed to focus in the near term on coordinating the efforts of all potential investors and participants in the reconstruction of our country,” read a statement from the Ukrainian presidency. The announcement also noted that BlackRock executives planned to visit Ukraine in early 2023 to assess reconstruction projects.

Fink’s presence at the negotiating table underscores the growing influence of global asset managers in geopolitical conflicts. Critics argue that the transition from a “proxy war” to a “privatized reconstruction racket” reflects a broader trend of financial interests dictating the terms of post-conflict recovery. The inclusion of Kushner and Witkoff—both known for their real estate and investment ventures—further highlights the commercial dimensions of Ukraine’s future.

As negotiations progress, the focus on economic reconstruction raises questions about transparency, accountability, and the long-term implications for Ukraine’s sovereignty. With Fink, Kushner, and Witkoff at the helm, the country’s recovery is increasingly framed as a business opportunity rather than a humanitarian or political endeavor.

codis · 2026-01-24T17:20:12Z

TBoris

Instead it is about 'BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Joins Kushner and Witkoff in High-Stakes Ukraine Reconstruction Talks' [Link]

No, it's not. Blackrock just capitulated at the Davos forum : [Link]
Any negotiations about the Ukraine topic will end with the Ukraine giving in to Russian demands. Neither the Ukraine, nor the US or European rump-Nato have anything of substance to offer. For the Russians, it is an exercise in going through the motions for the sake of diplomacy.

TBoris · 2026-01-25T00:58:06Z

codis 9:33 is that CBDCs have been rejected. No they have not. They are being implemented as stable coins so that is globalists 1 and American First 0. Next up no mention of the 20+ trillion dollars(and now dark money with the passing of FASB 56) given to private equity firms and high tech firms like Microsoft to build the technocratic control system. So that is globalist 2 and America First still 0. The private equity firms are now allowed to dip their straw into 401ks so besides private pensions they now have additional sources of collateral to continue destroying wealth, small businesses etc. in America preparing for plundering both US and European countries. Keeping score that is now globalists 3 and America First still zero. Lastly this davos meeting said nothing about negotiations between Russian Oligarchs (oil producing companies) and trade routes alternative to the ones presently being used (which are still colonial at the end of the day) or the CIA helping target Putin's personal residence (regardless of rump and team). So that is globalists 4 and American First Sovereignty still 0 (IMO)...

TBoris · 2026-01-25T03:02:35Z

codis And one more point to add that Davos is not a turn away from British Imperialism. See 'Has the 'American System' Been Revived at Davos... or is a Keynesian Trojan Horse Being Rolled out ?' [Link]

This week, many people (myself included) were shocked to hear that a speech took place at Davos, featuring a Sorbonne-trained Mormon US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer outlining the history of the American System of Political Economy from 1776 to the present.

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Greer even showcased how this system led in the industrial progress enjoyed by Germany (under Friedrich List and von Bismark’s lead), in Russia, Japan (under the Meiji restoration) and even in China (led by the followers of President Sun Yat-sen).

It was all sounding a bit too good to be true.

Sadly, towards the end of this nearly flawless presentation, Jamieson did something very strange when he extolled the brilliance of British economist John Maynard Keynes whom, Greer exclaimed, understood this American system:

“John Maynard Keynes—the great British economist and the British representative to the Bretton Woods conference—had an idea for how this could be done. He argued that the international economic system needed to be organized around the principle of balance. Nations could pursue what Keynes called “national self-sufficiency” through different models of economic development, but a requirement of long-term balanced trade would protect everyone against so-called “beggar-thy-neighbor” tactics.”

Before allowing ourselves to celebrate the victory of the American System over the City of London prematurely, I hope to demonstrate why I fear that a dangerous Trojan Horse been introduced which risks undermining all of the nice words and aspirations for the restoration of the USA to its healthier traditions .

So, let’s explore that.

Why FDR was NOT a Keynesian

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So keeping score, unfortunately(and I do want to be wrong I assure you) the statement below is still not overturned by rump and team's trip to Davos:

“I care not what puppet is placed upon the throne of England to rule the Empire on which the sun never sets. The man who controls Britain’s money supply controls the British Empire, and I control the British money supply.” circa 1815 - Nathan Mayer Rothschild

Dwoods44 · 2026-01-25T10:06:34Z

TBoris Link worked. Thanks.

TBoris · 2026-01-25T12:49:37Z

Dwoods44 You are welcome. Good morning.

Peter Jennings · 2026-01-24T13:58:42Z

Let's face it, if the USadmin was winning this war against the Russian SMO, Witkoff, if that is his real name, would be going Russia to bang tables at the Kremlin. As it is, the USadmin has already lost this particular encroachment effort on Russian territory and they want out before the US reputation, built on many years of attacking tribesmen and goat herders, sinks to low it cannot recover from.

There is only one thing standing in the way of peace in Ukraine and that is the same entity who began the conflict in the first place.

Me thinks Witkoff is about to get his arse kicked and the door slammed behind him. The USadmin is no longer the only sheriff in town. Perhaps Witkoff has a 60 billion dollar cheque in his pocket for President Putin?

ReRan · 2026-01-24T14:27:19Z

Peter Jennings "Perhaps Witkoff has a 60 billion dollar cheque in his pocket for President Putin?"

It would be very disappointing if that is all it took.

TBoris · 2026-01-24T14:31:35Z

Peter Jennings

Perhaps Witkoff has a 60 billion dollar cheque in his pocket for President Putin?

Only if the economic benefits Russia for trade(Putin is too much a statesman to take bribes). If other words, the sanctions are removed etc. This to me is the stumbling blocks. For example, can Russia's energy supply flow where it wants not hampered by threats to blow up pipelines, or block northern supply routes? Also, are those datacenters in Ukraine and surgical strikes against Putin's residence going to stop by the CIA???

Peter Jennings · 2026-01-24T22:34:28Z

ReRan Yourself and TBoris have both missed the nuance. I was referring to the frozen Russian assets. Perhaps Witkoff has an offer to unfreeze these assets? If i were President, i would ensure this was done first before any 'peace' talks, which is nato shorthand for lip service in negotiations, and resupply and rotation on the battlefield.

ReRan · 2026-01-24T23:38:19Z

Peter Jennings Good point. Yes, I did miss that.

TBoris · 2026-01-25T03:22:17Z

Peter Jennings I concede as well. Yes that would be 1st up to deal with ( if it truly was honest negotiations of Witkoff with Putin )...extending olive branches so to speak...statesman to statesman...

However(that said), I doubt any of that will take place...see the discussion above with codis and Dwoods44 involving Davos and restoring the American system:

re-establishing sovereign control of the U.S. currency, banking regulation (against speculation), government credit for building infrastructure and raising productivity (through the Reconstruction Finance Corporation), and support for advancing the general welfare in myriad ways.

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It isn't happening!

gdpetti · 2026-01-24T19:00:35Z

Just like Wall Street, these people seem to not know what's coming.

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