The United States of America has initiated a proposal to hold a new trilateral meeting at the technical level involving representatives of Ukraine and the Russian Federation. This announcement was made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a joint briefing with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Kyiv in early October 2026. The Ukrainian leader emphasized that Washington is actively maintaining contacts with both sides of the conflict.
Background and Diplomatic Context
The idea of resuming the negotiation process has been actively discussed throughout September 2026. Earlier, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that talks between Ukraine and Russia could resume in the coming weeks. Subsequently, Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that the US plans to hold new consultations regarding potential formats for further negotiations and conflict resolution.
Potential Locations and Format
According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the American side proposes holding a technical-level meeting in late October. The United Arab Emirates or another country proposed by Washington are being considered as potential venues. The technical format is designed to allow experts to work through specific practical aspects of potential future agreements.
Controversial Data
Despite Ukraine's clear stance, at the time of the announcement there was no precise information on whether the Russian Federation had officially received or accepted the proposal. Zelenskyy noted that while the US intended to present or had already presented the offer to Moscow, specific details regarding Russia's response remain unavailable. Kyiv states it is ready to wait for Moscow's reply while maintaining a constructive position.
Ukraine's Reaction and Next Steps
The Ukrainian leadership has officially confirmed its positive attitude toward the upcoming meeting and its readiness to participate. Kyiv is waiting for a response from Moscow through US diplomatic channels, hoping that the late October talks will proceed as planned by Washington.
