The visit to Ukraine by two prominent figures from US diplomatic circles came to an end late in the evening on 6 September. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, representing the interests of the President of the United States, left Kyiv on a special train symbolically named the ‘Peace-Express’. The visit became a topic of discussion in political and business circles, where people were eagerly awaiting the messages the envoys would bring back.
The Ukrainian railway company ‘Ukrzaliznytsia’ confirmed the departure of the special train on which Witkoff and Kushner set off on the next leg of their journey. Company representatives expressed their gratitude to the American guests for their visit and expressed the hope that they would return to Ukraine in the near future. They also hinted at the possibility of expanding the scope of their travels, inviting the guests to visit not only Kyiv but also other cities across the country that could offer peaceful and enjoyable weekends.
Jared Kushner, son-in-law and adviser to former US President Donald Trump, has long been known for his activities on the international stage, particularly in the context of Middle East negotiations. Steve Witkoff, a successful entrepreneur and property developer, is also actively involved in various international initiatives. Their joint visit to Ukraine may indicate a growing US interest in strengthening ties with Kyiv, which is becoming increasingly relevant in the context of the current geopolitical situation.
However, it remains to be seen exactly which topics were discussed during their stay and what outcomes may follow from this visit. It is expected that the visit could influence the further development of Ukrainian-American relations, as well as the investment climate in the country.