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Zelenskiy's top aide says Ukraine-Russia talks may be possible in September

Ukraine and Russia may hold technical talks in September, according to senior Ukrainian officials. The talks are expected to focus on resolving the ongoing conflict between the two countries. Mykhailo Podolyak, a top aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, and Kyrylo Budanov, a senior Ukrainian official, have expressed optimism about the possibility of talks.

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  • ✓ Ukraine-Russia talks may be possible in September
  • ✓ Ending war now simply unrealistic - Budanov
  • ✓ True peace can be achieved only with Europe at negotiating table - Sybiha
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 7 independent reporting domains (80% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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Ukrainian officials have publicly expressed optimism about the possibility of talks with Russia in September, indicating a potential shift in the diplomatic approach.

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  1. Ukraine-Russia talks may resume in September

    Ukraine and Russia may hold technical talks in September, according to senior Ukrainian officials. The talks are expected to focus on resolving the ongoing conflict between the two countries. Mykhailo Podolyak, a top aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, and Kyrylo Budanov, a senior Ukrainian official, have expressed optimism about the possibility of talks.

    Why it matters

    The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing since 2022, resulting in significant human suffering and economic losses. Previous peace talks have stalled, but Ukrainian officials are now expressing hope that negotiations may resume soon. The talks are seen as a crucial step towards resolving the conflict and achieving a lasting peace.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukraine-Russia talks may be possible in September
    • Ending war now simply unrealistic - Budanov
    • True peace can be achieved only with Europe at negotiating table - Sybiha

    Still unconfirmed

    • Zelensky's Office Announced the Resumption of Negotiations with Russia

    What to watch next

    • Progress in Ukraine-Russia talks
    • Russia's response to Ukraine's call for talks
    • Outcome of technical talks
    Sources used for this update (9)
    1. Reuters — Zelenskiy's top aide says Ukraine-Russia talks may be possible in September
    2. Reuters — Senior Ukrainian official expects 'technical talks' on Russia's war soon
    3. Kyiv Post — Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Could Resume in September, Budanov Says
    4. Ukrinform — Sybiha: True peace can be achieved only with Europe at negotiating table
    5. Межа. Новини України. — Budanov Says Russia Is Not Ready to End the War, Predicting Winter Fighting
    6. Українська правда — We cannot stop war now, we will be fighting in winter – Head of President's Office
    7. Ukrinform — Budanov on prospects for peace: Ending war now simply unrealistic
    8. صوت الإمارات — Technical Talks Anticipated Between Ukraine and Russia Amid Moscow’s Denial
    9. Inbox.eu — Zelensky's Office Announced the Resumption of Negotiations with Russia
    confidence 80%
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