Ukraine Excluded From Russia-US Talks In Saudi Arabia.
Ukrainian officials will not be attending the upcoming Russia-US talks set to take place in Saudi Arabia, as Kyiv has not been invited, a government source has confirmed.
Despite the ongoing war in Ukraine, the discussions—believed to focus on a possible resolution to the conflict—are proceeding without direct Ukrainian involvement. President Volodymyr Zelensky has consistently maintained that no agreement can be accepted without Ukraine’s participation.
Former US President Donald Trump’s closest foreign policy advisers—Marco Rubio, Mike Waltz, and Steve Witkoff—are reportedly travelling to Saudi Arabia tonight to take part in the discussions. Their presence has raised speculation about Washington’s stance on the negotiations, particularly given Trump’s previous calls for a swift end to the conflict.
Earlier this week, Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone, reportedly discussing the possibility of a deal. Details of their conversation have not been disclosed, but it has sparked concern among European leaders.
In response to Ukraine’s exclusion from the talks, European leaders will convene an emergency summit in France tomorrow. The meeting is expected to focus on maintaining support for Ukraine and ensuring that any potential agreement does not undermine the country’s sovereignty.
With tensions high following a week of diplomatic uncertainty, President Zelensky is working to reassert his position on the global stage. As negotiations unfold without Ukraine’s direct input, Kyiv and its allies will be closely monitoring developments.
