Zelenskyy hopes for meeting with US and Russia during G20 summit
Ukrainian officials say talks could center on an energy ceasefire as Washington weighs venues for direct leader-level negotiations.
- On Saturday, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the United States is formulating a proposal for a trilateral summit involving Ukraine, the US, and Russia, with potential venues including the G20 summit, the Middle East, or a European nation.
- Ukraine is in active contact with US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to plan meetings focused on securing an energy ceasefire, following substantive consultations on Friday between Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov and Kushner.
- Earlier on Saturday, President Donald Trump told reporters he remains uncertain whether Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend the December G20 gathering in Miami, Florida, but affirmed he "would love to have him" participate.
- Prospective leader-level discussions face significant diplomatic and legal complexities, as European leadership has criticized overtures to Putin citing an outstanding International Criminal Court arrest warrant. The Kremlin has rejected formal peace negotiations, asserting it intends to pursue military objectives.
- Alternative venues in the Middle East, specifically the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, have served as neutral diplomatic conduits during the conflict. Zelensky noted that neither Washington nor Moscow has formally confirmed the summit parameters or location.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hinted at the possibility of holding a trilateral meeting with the United States and Russia. Speaking to reporters via WhatsApp on the 17th, President Zelenskyy stated, "There is a possibility that a meeting could be held in the United States during the G20 summit," adding, "However, this has not yet been confirmed by Russia or the United States." He further mentioned, "The meeting could also be held in a …
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Zelenskiy hopes for meeting with US and Russia during G20 summit
KYIV, Oct 17 (Reuters) - Ukraine, the United States and Russia could meet during a G20 summit in the US but Washington and Moscow have not confirmed the meeting and other venues are also possible, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday.
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Zelenskiy hopes for meeting with US and Russia during G20 summit
KYIV, Oct 17 (Reuters) - Ukraine, the United States and Russia could meet during a G20 summit in the US but Washington and Moscow have not confirmed the meeting and other venues are also possible, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturd...
A trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the United States and Russia could take place during the G20 summit in the United States or in a Middle Eastern country, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday.
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