U.S. and Ukraine Hold Talks in Saudi Arabia Amid Shifting Policies

Discussions in Jeddah explore potential peace frameworks as U.S. military aid to Ukraine remains suspended.

Delegations from the U.S. and Ukraine met in Jeddah to discuss pathways to ending the Russian invasion, with both sides describing the talks as constructive.
The U.S. has paused military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, pressuring Kyiv to consider peace negotiations involving territorial concessions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed a partial ceasefire in the air and sea as a step toward building trust in diplomatic efforts.
Elon Musk, a close advisor to President Trump, criticized Senator Mark Kelly for supporting Ukraine, intensifying political tensions over U.S. foreign policy.
European leaders, including Macron and Starmer, are independently working on peace initiatives, emphasizing the need for robust security guarantees for Ukraine.