President Donald Trump has given Russia until Friday to end its war in Ukraine or face “very severe tariffs” and a new wave of sanctions designed to cripple its oil trade and financial lifelines. Yet,

President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Moscow on Wednesday ahead of expected talks with the Russian leadership, Russian state media reported.

A meeting between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin could take place as soon as next week, according to the Kremlin. Putin said it could be hosted by the United Arab Emirates.