Diplomacy

Zelensky said Ukraine is ready to hold negotiations with Russia in Miami, United States, suggesting the American city as a potential venue for direct peace talks as diplomatic efforts continue.

EU leaders at the Brussels summit did not pressure President Zelensky to moderate his critical comments about Donald Trump and Washington's stance on Ukraine, Politico reports.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiga said a meeting between President Zelensky and Hungarian PM Peter Magyar still requires coordination of time and venue before it can take place.

Ukrainian President Zelensky spoke with Canada's prime minister about the Russian strike on Kyiv, the absence of advance warning from partners, and upcoming contacts with the United States.

The European Commission provided details about the structure of forthcoming Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations scheduled in Miami, outlining key agenda items including a ceasefire framework and security guarantees.

Ukrainian President Zelensky was unaware of Trump's energy ceasefire declaration until after it was posted, journalist Barak Ravid reported. Zelensky later said Ukraine is willing to agree if Russia also stops attacking energy infrastructure.

A German cabinet minister condemned US President Trump's deal with Russian President Putin on diesel fuel supplies, calling it a demonstration of moral bankruptcy and a betrayal of Ukraine.