Zelenskiy’s top aide says Ukraine-Russia talks may be possible in September
US-led peace talks stalled this year after Ukraine rejected Russian demands to cede more territory, while Washington became increasingly focused on the conflict with Iran.
Ukraine’s chief of staff Kyrylo Budanov has indicated that talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations might occur in September, potentially with US representatives present. Speaking to Ukrainian media Novyny Live, Budanov expressed hope for direct negotiations between Ukrainian and Russian negotiators, stating that Ukraine remains optimistic about reviving the stalled US-led peace talks.
He acknowledged that the US had become preoccupied with Iran during the current impasse, but emphasized the importance of American involvement in the dialogue. Budanov noted that Ukraine had drafted a proposal featuring US and European suggestions to be presented to Moscow, with further developments anticipated in the coming month.
The last round of trilateral talks involving Ukrainian, Russian, and US representatives took place in February.
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