US special envoy Steve Witkoff has arrived in Moscow, where he was welcomed by Russia's investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev. Witkoff's visit comes as US President Donald Trump has set a deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, threatening sanctions if Moscow does not comply before Friday. Witkoff is expected to meet with Russian leadership during his trip, as diplomatic efforts intensify ahead of the deadline.
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