{
  "id": 13949883,
  "title": "Ukraine Is Ready to Negotiate, But Will Not Disgrace Itself — Main Statements From Zelenskyy at Warsaw Security Forum",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/ukraine-is-ready-to-negotiate-but-will-not-disgrace-itself-main",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-12T11:21:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "UATV English",
    "slug": "uatv-english",
    "url": "https://uatv.ua/en/ukraine-is-ready-to-negotiate-but-will-not-disgrace-itself-main-statements-from-zelenskyy-at-warsaw-security-forum/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed potential alternatives to U.S.-Russia energy talks at the Warsaw Security Forum, Reuters reports. He suggested a \"diesel deal\" where Ukraine would not attack Russian diesel infrastructure if the U.S. guarantees protection of its energy system. Zelenskyy highlighted that Russian diesel makes up a small portion of global consumption and cannot significantly impact prices, estimating its share at 2.2% of the world market. The main issue, he argued, lies elsewhere, notably in the Middle East. He emphasized that a stable Ukrainian power sector benefits not just Ukraine but also European countries facing energy shortages. Zelenskyy warned that if Russia continues blocking sea routes, a severe agricultural crisis could arise in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East within a month or two, as Ukraine's exports of farm products are critical. He stressed that while Ukraine is willing to negotiate, Russia has shown no indication of de-escalating the conflict or ending the war. Ukraine remains ready for dialogue but will not compromise its dignity.",
  "summary": "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offered Washington an alternative to the arrangements between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russian diesel sales. He proposed a “diesel deal” under which Ukraine would hold back from striking Russian diesel infrastructure if the United States guarantees the protection of Ukraine’s energy system. He spoke by video link…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}