A recent post on X has sparked intrigue after Donald Trump’s foreign envoy seemingly let slip the origin of a leaked peace proposal aimed at resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict. In response to an Axios article regarding clandestine US-Russia discussions, Steve Witkoff commented: “He must have gotten this from K.” This cryptic remark set off a flurry of speculation among X users about the identity of “K.” The leading theory points to Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian official heavily referenced in the Axios piece, although some also considered Jared Kushner a possibility.

However, two insiders informed the Daily Mail that Witkoff does not refer to Kushner as “K,” suggesting that Dmitriev, the Kremlin envoy, is the more likely candidate. This slip hints at a possible Russian strategy to intentionally disclose sensitive negotiation details. According to two diplomats, who spoke to the Daily Mail under the condition of anonymity, there is a belief that the White House may have intended for the information to emerge, as a way to portray Trump as diligently working to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine.

“If it leads to tangible outcomes, that’s acceptable, but ultimately, Putin will never abandon his objectives, even if he feigns interest in some ‘deal,’” a former European diplomat conveyed to the Daily Mail. The leak brought to light the White House’s behind-the-scenes efforts to craft a new 28-point peace agreement with Russia, aligning with the president’s campaign pledge to conclude the war with Ukraine, as confirmed by a source with knowledge of diplomatic discussions in conversation with the Daily Mail.

The 28-point peace plan is reportedly inspired by the success of Trump’s lead negotiators in the Middle East. Trump’s special envoy Witkoff, also handling conversations with Russian leaders , is spearheading this effort. Trump enacted a 20-point peace plan in Gaza that succeeded. A Russian official told Axios he is ‘optimistic’ about the plan, and sources say it’s points fall into four categories: security guarantees, peace in Ukraine, security in Europe, and the US relationship with Russia and Ukraine.

Plans for territorial control in eastern Ukraine are still unclear. As part of those peace talks, the Pentagon US delegation is also paying a visit to Kyiv on Wednesday. Army secretary Dan Driscoll along with other senior brass are on a ‘fact finding mission to meet with Ukrainian officials and discuss efforts to end the war,’ an army spokesperson said in a statement.

Traveling alongside Driscoll to Kyiv are reportedly Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Weimer and Gen. Chris Donahue. CNN reporting that Driscoll planned to talk with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about conditions on the battlefield as well as military needs and peace efforts. When questioned about the matter, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that there are ‘no new developments to report at this time’ concerning an end to the war.

Meanwhile, in Washington, Republicans are attempting to move forward with a bill backed by Senator Lindsey Graham that would effectively sanction Russia. The legislation grants the president authority to impose secondary sanctions and tariffs on countries that continue purchasing discounted Russian oil and gas. Countries like Iran could also be added to the list. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment, nor did Witkoff’s team.