Zelensky calls for freeze in conflict, US security guarantees

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff in Oslo covered multiple proposals for a ceasefire, as well as security guarantees and Ukraine’s postwar reconstruction.

According to Al-Sharq, Zelensky confirmed his country is ready to enter negotiations, noting that Ukraine needs a freeze in the current situation, followed by talks and security guarantees from the United States.

Zelensky explained that discussions with the US envoy addressed a wide range of issues, including the security guarantees Ukraine requires, plans for rebuilding the country after the war, and several sensitive matters related to the future of the conflict.

Separately, the Ukrainian president said the use of SpaceX’s Starlink network remains limited in some areas. He noted that he discussed this with US Senator Marco Rubio, who promised to work on resolving the issue to ensure reliable communications for Ukrainian forces and essential infrastructure.