The American envoy Steve Witkoff spoke by phone in October with Russian officials about a peace plan for Ukraine, inspired by the agreement in Gaza, suggesting collaboration with Donald Trump.

Steve Witkoff, the American presidential envoy, had a phone conversation in October with Yuri Ushakov, an advisor to Vladimir Putin, in which he proposed collaboration on a peace plan similar to the one in Gaza, intended for Ukraine. Witkoff suggested organizing a conversation between Trump and Putin before Zelensky's visit to the White House, mentioning a 20-point plan for peace. During the conversation, Witkoff emphasized his respect for Putin and suggested that the Russian leader congratulate Trump on the success in Gaza.

The discussions led to a subsequent conversation between Trump and Putin, and Witkoff continued to collaborate with Russian officials to develop peace proposals. However, Ukraine was under pressure to accept the proposals, and American officials threatened to cut off military support if Zelensky did not cooperate. The plan proposed by the U.S. includes the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from certain areas and the recognition of Russia's claims over some regions. Witkoff stated that he has the freedom to negotiate and expressed optimism about the possibility of reaching an agreement.