The United States has put forward a proposal for a new trilateral meeting involving Ukraine and Russia to be held in the United Arab Emirates, aimed at discussing efforts to end the ongoing conflict. This initiative was announced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, following discussions with US President Donald Trump during the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Zelensky detailed that the proposed meeting would occur at a technical level and involve a three-way format, with the United States expected to suggest a date for the talks. The UAE has been identified as a potential location for this diplomatic engagement. The proposal emerged after Zelensky and Trump explored strategies to bring the conflict to an end.
Further negotiations between Ukrainian and US representatives have focused on the specifics of the possible meeting. Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine plans to consult with European allies, while the United States intends to engage with Russia before any further developments. The Kremlin has indicated openness to talks involving Ukraine and the United States, although no definitive details have been released yet.
Additionally, Zelensky mentioned that he urged President Trump to address the Ukraine conflict with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their conversations, as Kyiv seeks broader international backing to de-escalate the situation.