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Ukraine Delegation Bound for UAE to Take Part in Key Russia-US Talks
(MENAFN) Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed Ukraine's negotiating delegation is traveling to the United Arab Emirates for a second round of three-way discussions with Moscow and Washington scheduled later this week.
In a Monday evening video statement, the Ukrainian President said his representatives continue collaborating with their American counterparts "so that real decisions for the sake of peace can be scaled up," as the Russia-Ukraine conflict approaches its fifth year this month.
"Today, there was a meeting with our delegation – the guys are already en route. The meetings will take place on Wednesday and Thursday. And not only in a trilateral format, but we will also have our own bilateral format with the United States," Zelenskyy said.
The Ukrainian leader acknowledged there are "issues to be agreed upon," as well as "substance that requires further work," emphasizing Ukraine's preparedness regarding security assurances while both Kyiv and Washington are "actively engaged" concerning Ukraine's post-war recovery and development.
"It is important that during this time the United States also decisively supports dialogue – all available opportunities for dialogue – and works with the Russian side accordingly, so that Russian strikes and Russian terror do not derail what can be achieved," he added.
The inaugural trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the US occurred in Emirati capital Abu Dhabi on Jan. 23-24.
Kyiv and Washington characterized those consultations as "constructive," while Moscow indicated contacts had begun in a constructive manner, but with "significant work ahead."
Earlier Monday, Zelenskyy convened with Ukraine's negotiating team members, approving discussion frameworks and assigning specific objectives.
"Ukraine is ready for real steps. We believe it is realistic to achieve a dignified and lasting peace," Zelenskyy said through US social media company X following the meeting, noting that Kyiv anticipates the American side will remain decisive in ensuring the necessary conditions for dialogue.
"The de-escalation measures that went into effect on the night of last Thursday to Friday are helping to build public trust in the negotiation process and its possible outcome," he added, referring to an energy ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv after US President Donald Trump asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt strikes for a week due to cold weather.
In a Monday evening video statement, the Ukrainian President said his representatives continue collaborating with their American counterparts "so that real decisions for the sake of peace can be scaled up," as the Russia-Ukraine conflict approaches its fifth year this month.
"Today, there was a meeting with our delegation – the guys are already en route. The meetings will take place on Wednesday and Thursday. And not only in a trilateral format, but we will also have our own bilateral format with the United States," Zelenskyy said.
The Ukrainian leader acknowledged there are "issues to be agreed upon," as well as "substance that requires further work," emphasizing Ukraine's preparedness regarding security assurances while both Kyiv and Washington are "actively engaged" concerning Ukraine's post-war recovery and development.
"It is important that during this time the United States also decisively supports dialogue – all available opportunities for dialogue – and works with the Russian side accordingly, so that Russian strikes and Russian terror do not derail what can be achieved," he added.
The inaugural trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the US occurred in Emirati capital Abu Dhabi on Jan. 23-24.
Kyiv and Washington characterized those consultations as "constructive," while Moscow indicated contacts had begun in a constructive manner, but with "significant work ahead."
Earlier Monday, Zelenskyy convened with Ukraine's negotiating team members, approving discussion frameworks and assigning specific objectives.
"Ukraine is ready for real steps. We believe it is realistic to achieve a dignified and lasting peace," Zelenskyy said through US social media company X following the meeting, noting that Kyiv anticipates the American side will remain decisive in ensuring the necessary conditions for dialogue.
"The de-escalation measures that went into effect on the night of last Thursday to Friday are helping to build public trust in the negotiation process and its possible outcome," he added, referring to an energy ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv after US President Donald Trump asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt strikes for a week due to cold weather.
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