Zelenskyy sets new tasks for peace talks with Russia
Volodymyr Zelenskyy (photo: Vitalii Nosach, RBC-Ukraine)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed preparations for new Russia talks with National Security and Defense Council secretary Rustem Umerov, noting that meaningful progress has so far stalled due to the Russian side.
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The president said that Ukraine continues to work deliberately every day to ensure the next round of talks can deliver results for both the country and peace.
He emphasized that Kyiv will do everything necessary and will not be an obstacle to peace, while noting that Washington has recognized that the problem lies with Moscow.
"Last time in Geneva, the American side clearly saw that it is precisely the Russians who are the reason no truly meaningful results had yet been achieved. And the next meeting must not be a wasted opportunity – it can be done. We discussed today with Rustem Umerov some aspects of negotiation preparations," Zelenskyy said.
Also, Umerov has been tasked with strengthening work with Ukraine's partners in the Middle East and Türkiye, "so that they also feel invested and can help more."
President Zelenskyy also expressed gratitude to everyone genuinely ready to support Ukraine and the state. He additionally announced upcoming meetings with European partners.
"My meetings with European partners are also already scheduled for next week. We will coordinate in detail so that Europe is involved in all processes and grows only stronger," Ukraine's leader concluded.
