Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a dynamic meeting on Sunday, Ukrainian and U.S. delegations wrapped up talks in Riyadh that many are calling a step forward for renewed peace efforts and energy cooperation. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov led the delegation, emphasizing that the discussion was both productive and focused, with key points centering on energy and the broader goal of achieving a just and lasting peace for Ukraine and Europe.
In a post on social media platform X, Umerov highlighted that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy remains dedicated to turning the vision of enduring peace into reality. The Ukrainian side was well represented by prominent officials including State Secretary Oleksandr Karasevych, deputy heads from the President's Office, as well as Deputy Energy Minister Mykola Kolisnyk, underscoring the high-level commitment to these discussions.
This round of talks follows a meeting nearly two weeks earlier in Jeddah, where Ukraine agreed to a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire plan in return for resumed military support and enhanced intelligence sharing. With the Riyadh dialogue building on that momentum, attention now shifts to upcoming talks between U.S. and Russian delegations, as the latter have already arrived in the Saudi capital.
As leaders from across the globe engage in these critical conversations, the unfolding scenario in Riyadh stands out as a significant move toward stabilizing the region and fostering collaborative solutions for energy challenges and lasting peace.
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U.S.-Ukraine talks in Riyadh 'productive,' says Kyiv official
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