Zelensky Says Europe Should Participate in Negotiations Aimed at Ending the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Copenhagen, November 10 (Reporter Zhang Yuliang) - Ukrainian President Zelensky said in an interview with Danish media on the 10th that Europe should participate in negotiations aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as well as discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine provided by the United States and Europe.

On the same day, Zelensky visited Denmark and held talks with Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen. According to the arrangements announced by the Danish government, Zelensky will also discuss military aid to Ukraine and European security with leaders of Nordic countries.

Trilateral talks between Russia, the United States, and Ukraine are scheduled to be held from the 10th to the 11th in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. On the 10th, Zelensky posted on social media that he had received a report from the Ukrainian negotiating team regarding the first day of talks in Abu Dhabi, and he believed the discussions were constructive and substantive.

Zelensky stated that the release of captured personnel is a priority discussion item for the talks. In addition, the three parties also discussed specific content regarding Ukraine's security guarantees and mechanisms to ensure long-term effectiveness, saying, "We need practical mechanisms to prevent the war from breaking out again."

Classification
Region
Europe, West Asia
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Military Operations
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Activity
Ukrainian President Zelensky discusses European involvement in negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Location
Copenhagen · Denmark · Abu Dhabi · United Arab Emirates
Unit
Ukrainian Government
Time
November 10, 2023
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Summary

Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Europe should engage in negotiations aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict during his visit to Denmark on November 10, 2023. He emphasized the importance of security guarantees for Ukraine and highlighted the upcoming trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi involving Russia and the U.S. Zelensky noted that releasing captured personnel is a key priority in these discussions.

Key Facts
  • Zelensky stated that Europe should participate in negotiations to end the conflict.
  • Discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine are ongoing.
  • Zelensky visited Denmark for talks with Prime Minister Frederiksen.
  • A trilateral meeting involving Russia, the U.S., and Ukraine is scheduled in Abu Dhabi.
  • Releasing captured personnel is a priority in the negotiations.