Ukrainian Foreign Minister: Meeting Between Zelensky and Trump May Promote Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire

Source: Global Times
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On September 17 local time, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba stated that the new round of meetings between Ukrainian President Zelensky and U.S. President Trump could yield significant results, one of which may be to promote a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.

He mentioned that Ukraine is willing to implement an "energy ceasefire" with Russia, but currently, the Kremlin has shown no interest in this initiative. He believes that the U.S. government may encourage Moscow to make relevant decisions. Kuleba said that Ukraine is preparing for a meeting between Zelensky and Trump during the United Nations General Assembly. He also noted that the ceasefire proposal currently under discussion may involve energy facilities as well as stopping attacks in the Black Sea waters.

On the 16th local time, Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oleg Nikolenko stated that Ukraine and the United States are preparing for a meeting between President Zelensky and President Trump.

He stated that the teams from both countries are studying the possibility and content of the presidential meeting, hoping to make the meeting "as substantive as possible." (Reporter Wang Jinyan from the Central Broadcasting Station)

Classification
Region
North America
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Information Operations
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Activity
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba stated that a meeting between Ukrainian President Zelensky and U.S. President Trump could lead to a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.
Location
New York
Unit
Ukrainian Government, U.S. Government
Time
September 17, 2023
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Summary

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba announced that a meeting between President Zelensky and President Trump could yield significant outcomes, potentially leading to a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. Kuleba expressed Ukraine's willingness to pursue an 'energy ceasefire,' although the Kremlin has not shown interest. Preparations for the meeting during the UN General Assembly are underway, with discussions possibly including a halt to attacks in the Black Sea.

Key Facts
  • Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba stated that a meeting between Zelensky and Trump could lead to a ceasefire.
  • Ukraine is willing to implement an 'energy ceasefire' with Russia.
  • The Kremlin has shown no interest in this initiative.
  • The meeting is being prepared for the UN General Assembly.
  • Discussions may involve halting attacks in the Black Sea.