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The US and Ukrainian delegations are holding a meeting in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah today, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s Chief of Staff Andriy Yermak, who is part of the Ukrainian delegation, saying on X, “The meeting has started very constructively. We are working.”
Meanwhile, Russia said it expects the US to inform Moscow about Washington’s talks with Kyiv, Russian state news agency TASS quoted Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov as saying.
President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff plans to visit Moscow this week to meet with President Vladimir Putin, Reuters reported on Monday, citing sources.
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Peskov reportedly said the Kremlin would provide timely information on any contacts with Witkoff.
Earlier, President Zelenskyy met with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, where the duo held discussions focussed on securing a lasting peace in Ukraine and strengthening bilateral economic ties.
Following the meeting, Zelenskyy took to social media, expressing gratitude for the Crown Prince’s support and Saudi Arabia’s role in diplomatic efforts.
“I had a good meeting with Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman. I am grateful for his wise perspective on global affairs and support for Ukraine. It was especially important to hear words of confidence in Ukraine’s future,” Zelenskyy said in a post on X while emphasising that the discussions covered key bilateral issues as well as cooperation with international partners.
