Zelenskyy hopes Witkoff, Kushner will help push Moscow to negotiate
Kyiv is in “daily contact” with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Aug. 4, restating the overarching aim of compelling Russia to negotiate a peace deal.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope on August 4 that U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would assist in compelling Russia to engage in peace negotiations with Ukraine. During recent meetings in Washington, Zelenskyy stated that discussions focused on establishing conditions for genuine diplomacy to take place, with Ukraine actively working to implement any resulting agreements.
Key members of the Ukrainian negotiating team, including Kyrylo Budanov, Rustem Umerov, David Arakhamia, and Serhii Kyslytsia, provided updates on the current state of talks and developments in Moscow's stance on potential negotiations. Zelenskyy indicated Ukraine's readiness to participate in any format of meetings and expressed anticipation that Witkoff and Kushner would play an active role in facilitating these efforts in August.
Additionally, Ukraine is collaborating with other partners, including Persian Gulf nations, who could contribute to both diplomatic endeavors and Ukraine's security requirements. While specific details remain undisclosed, Zelenskyy emphasized gratitude towards these partners for their potential contributions to the outcomes.
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