The United States has proposed a new round of trilateral talks involving Ukraine and Russia to explore options for ending the ongoing conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced. The discussions are suggested to take place in the United Arab Emirates, although a specific date has yet to be confirmed.
According to Zelensky, the proposal came after his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump during the UN General Assembly in New York, where they deliberated on strategies to resolve the war. He mentioned that the technical-level meeting would involve negotiators from the US, Ukraine, and Russia.
While the US is expected to propose a date for the talks, the Ukrainian side plans to consult with European partners, and the US will engage with Russia to lay the groundwork for these discussions. The Kremlin has signaled readiness for talks with Ukraine and the US, although no further details have been provided.
Additionally, President Zelensky revealed that he requested President Trump to address the Ukraine conflict with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as Kyiv seeks broader international support to de-escalate tensions.