Ukraine has announced its non-participation in the March 23 negotiations between Russia and the U.S. in Saudi Arabia. Mikhail Podolyak stated the meetings are bilateral, with future Ukrainian involvement contingent on analyzing the recent Zelensky-Trump call. Both leaders deemed their conversation positive and informative.
Ukrainian representatives have officially stated that they will not participate in the upcoming negotiations between Russia and the United States scheduled for March 23 in Saudi Arabia. This announcement comes from Mikhail Podolyak, an adviser to the President of Ukraine, who indicated that the discussions are intended to be bilateral.
Podolyak elaborated that any future potential negotiations involving Ukraine would depend on a comprehensive assessment of the recent telephone dialogue between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former President Donald Trump on March 19. He emphasized the need for clarity regarding Trump’s perspective on his conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The dialogue between Zelensky and Trump lasted under an hour, with Trump describing the conversation as “very good,” while Zelensky characterized it as “positive” and “very informative,” suggesting a productive exchange even if it did not include direct Ukrainian participation.
EADaily previously reported on the outcomes of this significant conversation, which is likely influencing Ukraine’s diplomatic strategy.
In summary, Ukraine has opted not to engage in the forthcoming negotiations between Russia and the United States, as confirmed by adviser Mikhail Podolyak. The future involvement of Ukraine in potential negotiations will hinge on insights gained from the recent discussion between President Zelensky and former President Trump, highlighting the complexities of international discourse surrounding the ongoing conflict.
Original Source: eadaily.com
