US Envoy Witkoff Meets Putin in St. Petersburg

Reuters reports that US envoy Witkoff arrived in St. Petersburg for talks with Putin. The meeting took place on October 21, 2026, and is being closely watched by international observers. AP News confirms that Putin and Witkoff met in St. Petersburg, with the meeting expected to last several hours and result in a joint statement. Both outlets note the meeting is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Russia.