Zelensky, Saudi Crown Prince discuss path to lasting peace in Ukraine
During an official visit to Saudi Arabia, the President of Ukraine held a meeting in Jeddah with the Crown Prince, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Muhammed bin Salman Al Saud.
Volodymyr Zelensky reported this on X, CE Report quotes Ukrinform.
“I had a good meeting with Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman. I am grateful for his wise perspective on global affairs and support for Ukraine. It was especially important to hear words of confidence in Ukraine’s future,” he wrote.
The parties discussed all the main issues on the agenda – both bilateral matters and issues of cooperation with other partners. The Head of State noted the Crown Prince’s efforts in bringing true peace closer: “Saudi Arabia provides a crucial platform for diplomacy, and we appreciate this.”
“The Ukrainian delegation remains in Jeddah to work with the U.S. team on Tuesday, March 11, and we hope for practical outcomes. Ukraine’s position in these talks will be fully constructive,” the president emphasized.
According to the Ukrainian leader, he discussed with Muhammed bin Salman Al Saud in great detail the steps and conditions that could end the war and make peace reliable and lasting.
“I specifically emphasized the issue of the release of prisoners and the return of our children, which could become a key step in building trust in diplomatic efforts,” Zelensky wrote.
A significant part of the conversation was devoted to the formats of security guarantees.
“We appreciate Saudi Arabia’s readiness to expand economic cooperation and invest in Ukraine. We discussed key sectors for investment, starting with security, energy, and infrastructure. We share a common vision for economic development and interaction, particularly regarding Ukraine’s reconstruction,” the head of state said.
Zelensky added that the Crown Prince spoke about Saudi Arabia’s ambitious economic strategy, noting that Ukraine wishes its partners success.
“We are ready to collaborate and are confident that stronger ties between our nations and regions will benefit both our peoples and the world,” the President of Ukraine concluded.
