Trump Says Witkoff to Visit Russia, Expects to Impose Sanctions
President Donald Trump announced that special envoy Steve Witkoff will be visiting Russia following his trip to Israel. This move comes as the United States prepares to impose new sanctions on Russia, amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The visit to Russia by Witkoff is expected to take place after he completes his trip to Israel. The timing of the visit suggests that the U.S. is seeking to engage with Russia directly before implementing the new sanctions. The article does not provide further details on the specific purpose of Witkoff's visit or the nature of the sanctions that the U.S. plans to impose on Russia. However, it is clear that the administration is seeking to address the Russia-Ukraine conflict through a combination of diplomatic efforts and economic pressure.
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