Ukraine-US Relations: Bridging the Gap Amid Moscow Talks

Ukrainian and U.S. officials met in Saudi Arabia to discuss potential pathways to end the conflict with Russia. This comes after Ukraine's largest drone attack on Moscow and hopes to revive U.S. ties after strained relations. A truce proposal and mineral deal are central to discussions.

Ukrainian and U.S. officials initiated discussions in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday in an effort to forge a pathway towards ending the ongoing conflict with Russia. This diplomatic meeting follows Ukraine's most significant drone offensive on Moscow yet, aiming to emphasize its continued military capabilities.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy seeks to mend strained relations with the United States after a challenging meeting with former President Donald Trump. He hopes the Jeddah talks will lay groundwork for a 'pragmatic' partnership, and an initial truce with Russia is being considered.

The discussions, led by top U.S. and Ukrainian diplomats, focus on assessing Ukraine's readiness to negotiate, hinting at possible concessions to attain peace. The talks are critical for both nations as they seek to stabilize alliances and address ongoing military and geopolitical tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)