Zelensky says Ukraine is ready for an energy ceasefire with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump began their meeting in New York City, away from the U.N. General Assembly. During the press conference, Trump indicated that the discussions would encompass Russia-Ukraine negotiations, the production of Patriot interceptor missiles in Ukraine, and Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries impacting global diesel prices.

Zelensky expressed optimism that the conflict with Russia might conclude before winter, although he had previously been skeptical of its feasibility. Trump did not dismiss the possibility of another meeting with Vladimir Putin to achieve a peace arrangement between Russia and Ukraine. The private portion of the meeting between Zelensky and Trump is still in progress.

Following Trump's re-election, the U.S. took on the role of mediator between Russia and Ukraine. The talks were paused in early 2026 when the U.S. entered conflict with Iran. However, in August, the U.S. recommenced its mediation efforts. CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Trump's special envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, travelled to Moscow and met with Zelensky.

They discussed topics including a temporary cease-fire in attacks on energy facilities. Initially, Trump claimed that Russia and Ukraine had reached an energy truce, but this assertion proved premature. Despite the lack of progress in recent U.S.-mediated talks, both Russia and Ukraine have indicated their readiness to continue discussions.

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