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Zelensky Proposes Neutral Meeting with Putin Amid Trilateral Talks Delay

4/9/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said trilateral talks with the United States and Russia are postponed due to Washington focusing on the Middle East.
He emphasized continued military support for Ukraine and proposed meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in a neutral location to discuss an Easter ceasefire.
He noted progress in talks and remains committed to resuming negotiations, even as security guarantees and military financing remain unresolved.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said trilateral talks with the United States and Russia are postponed due to Washington focusing on the Middle East.
He emphasized continued military support for Ukraine and proposed meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in a neutral location to discuss an Easter ceasefire.
He noted progress in talks and remains committed to resuming negotiations, even as security guarantees and military financing remain unresolved.