The US and Ukraine will meet in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia next week to discuss an initial ceasefire and a framework for ending Russia’s war in Ukraine.
The talks follow Washington’s suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing after a fiery exchange between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy.
Russia launched a large-scale overnight drone and missile attack on Ukrainian energy and gas infrastructure, using at least 58 missiles and nearly 200 drones.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy plans to meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman before bilateral talks with US officials.
There is uncertainty over whether a proposed US-Ukraine minerals deal will be finalized during the Jeddah meeting.
Zelenskyy reiterated calls for a truce covering air and sea attacks, demanding that Russia stop its strikes as a first step to peace.
Analysts warn that US intelligence withdrawal could weaken Ukraine’s defenses and enable Russia to make more battlefield gains.
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