The United States has proposed a new trilateral meeting involving Ukraine and Russia to advance peace efforts in the ongoing conflict, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The discussions are suggested to take place in the United Arab Emirates, following Zelensky’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly in New York.
Zelensky revealed that the proposal includes a technical-level meeting in a three-way format, with the U.S. expected to provide a proposed date soon. The initiative emerged from talks with President Trump about strategies to end the war in Ukraine, underscoring the U.S.’s commitment to facilitating dialogue between the involved parties.
The Ukrainian president mentioned that U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators are actively discussing the logistics of the proposed meeting. He also emphasized that Ukraine intends to consult its European partners, while the U.S. will engage with Russia prior to the meeting to ensure comprehensive dialogue.
The Kremlin has acknowledged the possibility of talks involving Ukraine and the United States, although it has not disclosed any specific details regarding the timing or agenda of such discussions. The proposal highlights a potential diplomatic avenue for easing tensions and finding a resolution to the conflict.
In addition to the trilateral talks, Zelensky has urged President Trump to address the Ukraine conflict in discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This move seeks to garner broader international support for de-escalating tensions and achieving peace in the region.