U.S. special envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff said that President Donald Trump is expected to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week, as the administration gets closer to a ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine. Witkoff expressed hope for progress in ending the war in Ukraine and described his recent meeting with Putin as positive and solution-based. He also mentioned that the two presidents will have a positive discussion this week. Witkoff emphasized the importance of the four critical regions in the deal and mentioned ongoing discussions with Ukraine, European countries, and Russia. He also revealed that President Trump is involved in every aspect and decision of the discussions.