Ukraine Insists on European Role in Peace Talks with Russia

President Zelensky emphasizes unity among Ukraine, Europe, and the U.S. while expressing concern over potential exclusion from U.S.-Russia negotiations.

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for Europe to be fully involved in any peace talks with Russia, stressing the need for a unified approach to security and defense strategies.
• Zelensky expressed concerns that the U.S., under President Trump, might bypass Ukraine and Europe in negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, potentially undermining Ukraine's interests.
• The U.S. has indicated that a NATO membership for Ukraine and a return to pre-2014 borders may not be realistic outcomes of any peace agreement, but these points remain under discussion.
• Saudi Arabia has been proposed as a potential host for future peace talks, with Trump and Putin possibly meeting there to explore solutions for ending the war.
• Zelensky reiterated the critical importance of U.S. support for Ukraine's survival, while emphasizing the need for credible security guarantees as part of any lasting peace deal.

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