In Oslo, US pushes Zelenskyy toward deal with Russia again. Day later, in same city, Norway discusses arming Ukraine with more NASAMS missiles
United States representatives have pushed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy toward a deal with Russia during meetings in Oslo. The diplomatic push follows statements from Donald Trump asserting that Russia has been fine regarding Ukraine. Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet Witkoff prior to a planned trip to Moscow, with Zelenskyy seeking to mend ties with Trump ahead of a Witkoff-Putin meeting and expecting a briefing on Friday. Meanwhile, Norway discussed arming Ukraine with additional NASAMS missiles just a day after the US pressure in the same city, while King Haakon opened the doors of the Royal Palace to Zelenskyy.
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- ✓ United States representatives pushed Volodymyr Zelenskyy toward a deal with Russia in Oslo.
- ✓ Donald Trump stated that Russia has been fine on Ukraine.
- ✓ Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to meet Witkoff before Witkoff travels to Moscow.
- ✓ Norway discussed arming Ukraine with more NASAMS missiles in Oslo.
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United States officials pushed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy toward a deal with Russia during diplomatic meetings in Oslo.
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US Pushes Zelenskyy Toward Deal as Norway Weighs NASAMS
United States representatives have pushed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy toward a deal with Russia during meetings in Oslo. The diplomatic push follows statements from Donald Trump asserting that Russia has been fine regarding Ukraine. Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet Witkoff prior to a planned trip to Moscow, with Zelenskyy seeking to mend ties with Trump ahead of a Witkoff-Putin meeting and expecting a briefing on Friday. Meanwhile, Norway discussed arming Ukraine with additional NASAMS missiles just a day after the US pressure in the same city, while King Haakon opened the doors of the Royal Palace to Zelenskyy.
Why it matters
The diplomatic engagement in Oslo highlights intense international pressure on Kyiv regarding potential negotiations with Moscow. These talks unfold alongside ongoing military support discussions involving Norwegian air defense systems. The diplomatic maneuvering includes direct meetings between Ukrainian leadership and US intermediaries ahead of planned discussions with Russian officials.
What is confirmed
- United States representatives pushed Volodymyr Zelenskyy toward a deal with Russia in Oslo.
- Donald Trump stated that Russia has been fine on Ukraine.
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to meet Witkoff before Witkoff travels to Moscow.
- Norway discussed arming Ukraine with more NASAMS missiles in Oslo.
Still unconfirmed
- Zelenskyy expects a briefing from Witkoff on Friday.
What to watch next
- Witkoff meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow
- Friday briefing between Zelenskyy and Witkoff
- Formal decisions from Norway regarding additional NASAMS missile shipments
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (11)
- Reuters — Zelenskiy to meet Witkoff after Trump says Russia has been 'fine' on Ukraine
- Financial Times — Witkoff to meet Zelenskyy before travelling to Moscow
- PBS — Zelenskyy seeks to mend ties with Trump ahead of Witkoff-Putin meeting
- The New York Times — In Trump’s Diplomacy, Insults Are a One-Way Street. Ukraine Is the Latest Example.
- Українська правда — Zelenskyy expects briefing from Witkoff on Friday
- Euromaidan Press — In Oslo, US pushes Zelenskyy toward deal with Russia again. Day later, in same city, Norway discusses arming Ukraine with more NASAMS missiles
- HOLA — King Haakon opens the doors of the Royal Palace to President Zelenskyy for a historic first
- en.wikipedia.org — Oslo - Wikipedia
- www.timeout.com — 12 Best Things To Do in Oslo, Picked By An Expert - Time Out
- www.lifeinnorway.net — Oslo Travel Guide: Know Before You Go - Life in Norway
- no.wikipedia.org — Oslo – Wikipedia
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