Recent talks between Ukraine and the US in Saudi Arabia did not involve discussions on the Kursk region or territorial concessions. A source discredited social media claims of a military withdrawal. The US pledged to renew military aid and share intelligence, while Ukraine signaled readiness for a ceasefire, a proposal from the US.
The topic of the Kursk region was not discussed during the recent negotiations held in Saudi Arabia between Ukraine and the United States. A government source relayed to RBC-Ukraine that discussions did not cover potential territorial concessions or the withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from Kursk. This source explicitly dismissed rumors circulating on social media that such a withdrawal was agreed upon, characterizing these claims as “complete nonsense.”
The source further communicated the challenges in anticipating Russia’s response to the proposed 30-day ceasefire by Ukraine and the US. The individual suggested that it would be difficult for Russia to outright reject the proposal without aligning itself with pro-war sentiments. They speculated that Russia may attempt to introduce its own conditions for ceasefire discussions, essentially shifting responsibility back onto Ukraine.
Negotiations took place on March 11 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where key developments emerged, including the US’s commitment to resume military aid and restore intelligence sharing with Ukraine. Notably, Ukraine has indicated its willingness to accept a ceasefire, an initiative that was prompted by the Americans during the talks.
The discussions in Saudi Arabia did not address the Kursk region or any territorial concessions, contrary to some social media claims. The complexity of Russia’s potential response to a ceasefire proposal underscores the delicate diplomatic situation. The outcomes of these negotiations included a renewed commitment by the US to assist Ukraine militarily and share intelligence, while Ukraine expressed readiness for a ceasefire with Russia.
Original Source: newsukraine.rbc.ua
