President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made it clear that the bilateral discussions between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin cannot determine Ukraine’s future without the country’s direct involvement. Zelenskyy emphasized that any decisions regarding Ukraine must include the country’s participation to ensure its interests are protected.
This statement comes amid continued tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with Zelens’ts’kyi reiterating the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Ukrainian president’s comments have been interpreted as a reminder to both the United States and Russia that Ukraine remains a key player in the region’s geopolitical landscape.