p>President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a one-and-a-half-hour conversation with US President's Special Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on November 4. The parties focused on preparation for trilateral negotiations among Ukraine, the US, and Russia scheduled for November 10–11 in Abu Dhabi.
The head of state reported this on his official Telegram channel.
According to Zelensky, Ukraine has already conveyed its own proposals regarding the further negotiation process to the American side. The President emphasized the need for maximum intensive diplomatic work aimed at ending the war.
The head of state noted that the Ukrainian side is ready to take necessary steps and its proposals are clearly formulated. He did not disclose the specific content of the documents handed over to Washington.
Separately, Zelensky spoke about consultations taking place in Brussels involving Ukraine, the US and European partners.
According to him, on November 4, a meeting of representatives from Ukraine, the United States, the European Union, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, NATO, the World Bank, and international business took place. The main topic was the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine.
Another meeting in Brussels focusing on security guarantees for Ukraine is scheduled for November 5.
An important part of Zelensky's conversation with Witkoff and Kushner was strengthening Ukrainian air defense. The President emphasized that Ukraine needs additional interceptor missiles for Patriot systems to protect the population from Russian air attacks.
In addition, the parties discussed the continuation of bilateral cooperation, particularly within the Drone Deals initiative aimed at advancing Ukraine–US collaboration in unmanned technologies.
Zelensky expressed gratitude to the United States for supporting Ukraine's independence and diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the war.
The President also stressed that future security guarantees must be reliable enough to prevent a recurrence of Russian aggression.
Recall that trilateral negotiations among Ukraine, the US, and Russia are planned for November 10–11 in Abu Dhabi. The meeting is expected to take place at the level of negotiating teams with Washington's mediation. Previously announced topics include security guarantees, de-escalation of hostilities, humanitarian issues, and further steps toward a peaceful settlement.
