Ukraine and Russia Hold U.S.-Mediated Peace Talks in Riyadh

Ukrainian delegation focuses on infrastructure protection as Zelenskyy accuses Russia of prolonging the war through continued attacks.

Peace negotiations facilitated by U.S. mediators are underway in Riyadh, with Ukrainian and Russian delegations participating.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Russia of deliberately extending the conflict despite a ceasefire proposal on the table since March 11, 2025.
Zelenskyy highlights recent Russian drone strikes as evidence of continued aggression and calls for increased international pressure on Moscow.
The Ukrainian delegation is prioritizing technical issues, including the protection of critical energy infrastructure, with input from military and energy experts.
Zelenskyy reiterates that Russia, as the initiator of the war, bears the responsibility to end it and engage in genuine diplomacy.