Ukraine insists on being a key participant in any negotiations to end the war with Russia, rejecting any agreements made without its consent. Ukrainian officials, including Andriy Yermak, the president's chief of staff, reaffirmed Ukraine's stance during the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing their commitment to defending national interests and securing guarantees from the US. While the US and Russia engage in talks, Ukraine seeks to prevent any concessions that undermine its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
‘We will not accept any agreement that is adopted without us’: Ukraine resolute as US and Russia seek to end war without its sayA man walks near the makeshift memorial to Ukrainian and foreign fighters on the Independence Square, Kyiv, on Sunday.
“We talked about security guarantees. And the president made clear that we will not accept any agreement that is adopted without Ukraine. And we need the United States in security guarantees. We will never make decisions that are against Ukrainian interests.”that would reportedly have given the United States ownership of 50 per cent of Ukraine’s rare-earth resources and valuable metals such as lithium, which are crucial for high-technology industries.
Mr Zelenskiy has said he will visit Saudi Arabia in the coming days, but not to meet Russian or US officials. “Information about meetings with the Russians is fake. There were no meetings and none are expected until we have developed a plan,” Mr Yermak said.
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