Zelenskyy sets three key tasks for Ukraine's chief negotiator Umierov ahead of talks in Miami

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that key objectives for talks with representatives of the US president were defined during his meeting with Rustem Umierov, Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council (NSDC).

Source: Zelenskyy on X (Twitter)

Quote: "First, the humanitarian track. We hope it will be possible to carry out a new stage of the release of prisoners. Second, the reinvigoration of the diplomatic process. We are in constant communication with the American side and know about the relevant contacts of our partners with the Russian side. We are working to ensure that this helps bring a dignified peace closer and guarantee security."

Details: Zelenskyy said Ukraine can see from the previously announced "ceasefire regime" that the Russian side is showing no constructive approach.

"Third, there are several specific security-related instructions for the NSDC secretary concerning our cooperation with the United States. Following today's meetings, I expect a detailed report," the president said.

Separately, Zelenskyy and Umierov discussed work with European partners on Drone Deals.

"We are preparing the agreements reached at the highest level, as well as new steps in joint technological work. There must be more security," the president stated.

Background:

• Earlier, it was reported that Umierov was travelling to the US for talks with negotiators representing US President Donald Trump.
• Earlier, unofficial reports suggested that Umierov would travel to Miami this week for talks with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. Anonymous sources, including a White House representative, declined to provide details of the meeting's agenda.
• Negotiations on the Russo-Ukrainian war have virtually ground to a halt since the US and Israel began their military campaign against Iran. An anticipated visit to Kyiv by Trump's negotiators "after Orthodox Easter" never took place.
• President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at the end of April that Ukraine is ready for another round of peace talks with Russia in a trilateral format.

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