Zelenskyy: Ukraine Won’t Join or Recognize US-Russia Talks in Saudi Arabia

Zelenskyy: Ukraine Won’t Join or Recognize US-Russia Talks in Saudi Arabia

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Kyiv will not participate in the upcoming US-Russia talks on Feb. 18 in Saudi Arabia, nor recognize any outcomes concerning Ukraine, CE Report quotes Anadolu Agency

Speaking to journalists in Abu Dhabi, Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine had not been informed of the meeting and emphasized that any discussions about Ukraine without its involvement are "meaningless." He suggested the talks might focus on bilateral issues between Washington and Moscow.

Meanwhile, Zelenskyy confirmed that US special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, will visit Ukraine on Feb. 20. He plans to take Kellogg to the front lines to provide firsthand insight into the situation. Kellogg is also scheduled to meet with top Ukrainian officials, military leaders, and intelligence representatives.

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