Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made it clear that ending the war with Russia is not possible without Ukraine’s involvement in negotiations. He was responding to discussions about possible talks among world leaders that could shape Ukraine’s future. Following meetings in Oslo, Zelensky also announced that the United States will resume sharing vital intelligence with Ukraine.
Zelensky stressed that any peace agreement must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and security interests. “Ukraine must have a seat at the negotiating table, because such an agreement would profoundly impact our territories, our people, and our future,” he said.
Zelensky Rejects Decisions About Ukraine Made Without Kyiv
The Ukrainian president responded to reports suggesting a format of negotiations among major powers that would include discussions about the war in Ukraine. He emphasized that Kyiv cannot accept decisions made without its direct participation.
For Ukraine’s leadership, it is crucial that any peace talks not be limited to just Washington and Moscow. “An agreement without Ukrainian consent cannot guarantee a lasting resolution to the conflict,” Kyiv’s position states.
Zelensky also pointed out that ending the fighting is not enough. Essential security guarantees must be part of any agreement to prevent a repeat of the Russian invasion, and the terms of any peace deal will be critical.
Who gets a seat at the negotiating table has thus become one of the central issues in diplomatic efforts over the future of the war.
US to Resume Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine
After meetings in Oslo, Zelensky announced that the United States will resume providing key intelligence to Ukraine. This information helps Kyiv anticipate Russian attacks and strengthen its defenses.
Early warnings of missile strikes are especially important for protecting civilians. Ukrainian authorities rely on such data to assess threats and coordinate defensive measures.
This renewed cooperation comes at a time when Ukraine continues to face ongoing Russian attacks while also trying to maintain close diplomatic ties with the United States. Intelligence support allows Ukrainian forces to respond more effectively on the battlefield.
Zelensky has also continued to request more military aid, particularly air defense systems, which are crucial for protecting cities, energy facilities, and other critical infrastructure.
Peace Negotiations Remain Complicated
The United States is seeking a framework that would allow the resumption of diplomatic talks between Moscow and Kyiv. According to earlier statements by Zelensky, Washington suggested that representatives of the US, Russia, and Ukraine could meet before the end of October.
However, such talks face major disagreements between the parties. Ukraine rejects any agreement that would compromise its territorial integrity and independence, while Russia continues to push its own conditions for ending the war.
Security guarantees for Ukraine and the role of European states remain important topics. European leaders are concerned that a deal lacking solid guarantees could lead to new conflict in the future.
For more on diplomatic efforts, see our coverage of Trump’s comments about a possible Ukraine deal following his call with Putin.
Ukraine Calls for Security Guarantees and European Support
Kyiv considers it essential that any peace agreement is more than just a temporary ceasefire. Ukraine’s leadership is demanding mechanisms to minimize the risk of further Russian aggression.
The future of Ukraine within European security structures is also part of ongoing discussions. The country is seeking European Union membership and has long expressed interest in joining NATO—moves that Russia opposes.
European countries are also debating how to secure a possible ceasefire and what role they could play in protecting Ukraine after fighting stops. However, differing perspectives on territorial issues and security guarantees continue to make an agreement difficult to reach.
Zelensky insists that negotiations about Ukraine’s future must involve direct Ukrainian participation at the table.
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This article was translated from the original Slovak version with the assistance of AI.
