The US continues diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine and is exploring options for a winter de-escalation. Against this background, the Kremlin has stated its readiness not to rule out the resumption of trilateral talks involving the US, Ukraine and Russia. At the same time, Kyiv emphasizes the need for security guarantees and economic support, and is also preparing for a possible increase in Russian pressure in the winter.The US continues diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine and is exploring options for a winter de-escalation. Against this background, the Kremlin has stated its readiness not to rule out the resumption of trilateral talks involving the US, Ukraine, and Russia. At the same time, Kyiv emphasizes the need for security guarantees and economic support, and is also preparing for a possible increase in Russian pressure during the winter.
Burnham and Trump discussed a ceasefire in Ukraine
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and US President Donald Trump discussed Russia's war against Ukraine during a telephone conversation. The parties agreed on the need to continue working on a ceasefire that could prevent further casualties. The British government noted that Burnham confirmed the UK's support for Ukraine. He also expressed support for the recent peace talks being held under US mediation.
Separately, the situation in the Middle East was discussed during the conversation. Burnham outlined the UK's position on peace and security issues in the region. He stressed the importance of a two-state solution as a way to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In addition, the British Prime Minister stressed the need to restore the Strait of Hormuz and prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
Estonian Foreign Minister Discusses Ukraine with Trump Jr. at Dinner in Tallinn
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsakhkna stated, that on September 6, during a private dinner in Tallinn, he had a long conversation about Ukraine with Donald Trump Jr. The meeting took place during a one-day visit of the eldest son of the US President to the Estonian capital. According to Tsakhkna, he was invited by the American side to a dinner attended by 13 people in total. The minister told Estonian TV channel ETV that “Ukraine was discussed quite actively at the table,” but he declined to reveal the details of his conversation with Trump Jr.
“It was very interesting to meet with a person who is not an active politician, but, nevertheless, is a very influential person. Perhaps such contacts with unconventional people close to the US presidential administration will come in handy someday,” the minister suggested.
Bloomberg notes that Trump Jr. arrived in Tallinn by road from Mongolia as part of a trip related to the casino business. Other participants in the meeting were former member of the American mafia group, and now motivational speaker Michael Franzese, and former head of President Trump’s election campaign Brad Parscale. The meeting took place against the backdrop of US diplomatic efforts to resume talks to end the war, including visits by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv.
Zelensky expects information from the SBU and NABU before appointing Ukraine's ambassador to the US
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated, that before appointing a new ambassador of Ukraine to the US, he wants to receive detailed information about the candidates from the Security Service of Ukraine and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau. According to him, there are currently several candidates, but he is not disclosing the names of the candidates. The head of state stressed that the ambassador to the US is especially important for Ukraine against the background of attempts to unblock the negotiation process. Among the key issues that he associates with the work of the Ukrainian ambassador in Washington, Zelensky also named Ukraine's need for Patriot systems.that the United States is exploring the possibility of steps to de-escalate the war between Ukraine and Russia during the winter period. This also includes the simultaneous resumption of negotiations on a broader peace agreement. In an interview with Axios, Zelensky noted that the period before winter could create additional space for diplomacy. At the same time, the president believes that Putin expects to use the harsh winter to increase pressure on Ukraine, but does not want to enter into conflict with Trump on the eve of the midterm elections in the United States.
"Regarding the candidates for the position of ambassador to the United States of America. This is really very important for Ukraine. Now we are approaching the unblocking of the negotiation process. We need an ambassador to the US, we need Patriots. It is very important not to be mistaken here. Therefore, there are candidates - I will not say yet who these candidates are, but first of all I need to get detailed information. And not only from the Security Service of Ukraine, but also from NABU. I am waiting for this additional information, and we will make a decision,” he said.
Zelensky also reported that the day before he had held a number of meetings on personnel issues. In particular, he met with Poklad, Ivashchenko and Budanov, as well as with the heads of the NABU and SAPO and the Prosecutor General of Ukraine, who, according to the president, filed a corresponding application, after which the application should be sent to the Verkhovna Rada.
Zelensky said the United States is exploring options for a winter de-escalation and resumption of talks
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated, that the United States is exploring the possibility of steps to de-escalate the war between Ukraine and Russia during the winter period. This also includes the simultaneous resumption of negotiations on a broader peace agreement. In an interview with Axios, Zelensky noted that the period before winter could create additional space for diplomacy. At the same time, the president believes that Putin expects to use the harsh winter to increase pressure on Ukraine, but does not want to enter into conflict with Trump on the eve of the midterm elections in the United States.
“I have a feeling that Putin needs Trump. He does not want to upset him,” Zelensky said.
When asked whether Putin might want to give Trump a diplomatic victory before the US elections, the Ukrainian president answered in the affirmative. At the same time, Zelensky stressed: “Russia really thinks that this winter will help them break us.” According to him, Moscow is counting on a large-scale winter offensive and strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure, which should be a “powerful blow” and force Ukraine to be more inclined to compromise.
Zelensky stressed that Ukraine has already made all possible compromises, and the further diplomatic process will require security guarantees and a package of economic support. At the same time, he noted that Russia also has its own risks, and Ukraine can cause economic damage to it, in particular, by affecting the possibilities of exporting oil, gas and agricultural products.
Kremlin does not rule out the resumption of trilateral talks between the US, Ukraine and Russia
The Kremlin said that they do not rule out the resumption of trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the US. At the same time, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated, that it is too early to talk about specific dates and venues for such meetings. His statement came after visits by US President's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv. American representatives are trying to resume the negotiation process, which had previously reached a deadlock.
"Regarding the resumption of the trilateral format, you heard a statement from Kyiv yesterday. Mr. Kushner made such statements. We also do not rule out the resumption of this trilateral format, but it is too early to talk about the place and exact dates," Peskov said.
He refused to comment in detail on the content of the latest American peace proposals and the issues that remain the most difficult to resolve. At the same time, the Kremlin spokesman did not rule out a telephone conversation between Putin and Donald Trump to discuss the results of the US representatives' trip.
"Undoubtedly, any attempts... are a small step towards peace, and we really appreciate the peacemaking efforts of the American negotiators very much," Peskov said.
According to him, Putin also highly appreciates Trump's efforts and is grateful to him for his commitment to the peaceful path. At the same time, at the time of Peskov's statement, Moscow had not yet received information about the contacts of Witkoff and Kushner with Ukrainian representatives in Kyiv.
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Author: Danylo Pievchev