Zelenskiy says September may bring major changes after talks with Trump envoys
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in a video address that September may bring major changes in the war, following talks with U.S. representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. He said the envoys were preparing for contacts with the Russian side and that Washington's steps to push Moscow toward ending the war were important. Zelenskiy added that intelligence from Ukraine and partner countries indicated Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to continue the war.
Key Facts
- Zelenskiy held talks with U.S. representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on the frontline situation and Russian attacks.
- Zelenskiy said the U.S. representatives were preparing for contacts with the Russian side.
- Zelenskiy stated that intelligence from Ukraine and partner countries indicated Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to continue the war.
- Zelenskiy said a large part of Russian society could accept an end to the fighting on the current contact line.
Talks with U.S. Envoys
Zelenskiy discussed the frontline situation and Russian attacks with Witkoff and Kushner in a video address released in the evening. He said the U.S. representatives were preparing for contacts with the Russian side. Zelenskiy stressed the importance of steps Washington could take to encourage Moscow to end the war.
Intelligence Assessment
Zelenskiy said intelligence from Ukraine and partner countries indicated Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to continue the war. He argued that a large part of Russian society could accept an end to the fighting on the current contact line. Zelenskiy said the results of the U.S. representatives' contacts with Russia needed to be seen.
September Outlook
Zelenskiy said, "In September, a lot can change." He added, "We must do everything together with our partners to protect people, lives and peace."
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