Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that preparations are underway for a new round of trilateral talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, expected to take place this week. This follows recent discussions held in the United Arab Emirates.

According to Anadolu Agency, Zelenskyy revealed that the recent meetings in the UAE marked the first format of trilateral dialogue focused on ending the war in a significant period. The discussions addressed a range of critical issues, primarily focusing on military matters, while also touching upon complex and unresolved political topics.

Zelenskyy emphasized that a framework for further diplomatic engagement has been outlined, following an analysis of the principal positions held by all involved parties. He confirmed that preparations are actively underway for new trilateral meetings to occur this week.

The discussions between Russia and Ukraine, hosted by the UAE on Friday and Saturday, explored potential peace settlement options with the mediation of the US. According to US media, the Trump administration labeled the talks as 'productive,' highlighting the territorial issue as the most complex aspect of the negotiations.