{
  "id": 15459841,
  "title": "Zelensky discusses next steps in diplomacy with Trump's representatives",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/zelensky-discusses-next-steps-in-diplomacy-with-trumps-representatives",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-18T17:58:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ukrinform - Politics",
    "slug": "ukrinform-politics",
    "url": "https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/4175703-zelensky-discusses-next-steps-in-diplomacy-with-trumps-representatives.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed potential future diplomatic steps with key American representatives, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, according to Ukrinform. President Zelensky emphasized that \"peace comes only through strength and cooperation built on trust\" and reiterated Ukraine's commitment to working constructively with the U.S. He highlighted that ongoing communication between Ukrainian and American teams is crucial, especially regarding the constant Russian shelling and air defense challenges. Zelensky expressed gratitude to the U.S. for supporting Ukraine's approach and noted that Ukraine remains ready to meet with American partners in the coming days, with the proposal already conveyed to Witkoff and Kushner.",
  "summary": "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a telephone conversation with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, representatives of U.S. President Donald Trump, during which he discussed the results of the talks between the Ukrainian and American teams in Florida and the next steps in diplomacy.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.",
    "Zelensky stressed peace through strength and trust.",
    "Ukraine ready for further U.S. meetings soon."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Hill",
        "title": "Zelensky says 'of course' Ukraine trusts the US, hopes Trump will 'change his decisions'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/zelensky-says-of-course-ukraine-trusts-the-us-hopes-trump-will-change",
        "published": "2026-10-18T17:55:18.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Kyiv Independent",
        "title": "'I want this war end' — Trump defends pro-Russian policies in scathing diatribe against Zelensky",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/i-want-this-war-end-trump-defends-pro-russian-policies-in-scathing",
        "published": "2026-10-18T21:03:32.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}