Facing difficult frontline reality and the prospect of Trump in the White House, Zelensky hints at negotiations with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed a more conciliatory tone, signaling a willingness to negotiate with Russia for the first time since the invasion began over two years ago. Zelensky proposed that Moscow send a delegation to the next peace summit scheduled for November. While Russian troop advances in eastern Ukraine have slowed since the arrival of US weapons in May, they haven’t stopped completely. Questions are emerging about the ongoing support from Ukraine’s closest allies, such as the United States and Germany. Zelensky stated that Ukraine needs more assistance to win the war, emphasizing the importance of financial, political, and military support. The president’s shift in stance may also be a reaction to the unfolding events in the United States.