Overview

• Yermak and Kellogg discussed the front-line situation and the outcomes of recent talks held in Istanbul.
• President Zelensky said Kyiv’s delegation will discuss a draft defense agreement and a free trade treaty with the United States this week.
• Yermak noted that Ukraine has submitted lists of children abducted by Russia and that Washington is assisting in efforts to secure their return.
• He warned that Russia’s refusal to agree to a ceasefire has left Ukraine no choice but to target its military capabilities by force.
• Yermak expressed gratitude to President Trump and U.S. lawmakers from both parties for their continued support of Ukraine.