Zelensky: Russian delegation in Abu Dhabi not authorized to discuss ceasefire

The Russian delegation at the talks in Abu Dhabi stated that it is not authorized to discuss a ceasefire, so there will be no truce.

This was stated by Volodymyr Zelensky during a meeting with journalists in Ireland, where the Ukrainian president is on a visit.

According to Zelensky, the Ukrainian delegation proposed halting strikes on energy infrastructure and agreeing on a maritime ceasefire, but the Russians cited a lack of relevant authority.

Now these issues are to be discussed directly with Kremlin head Vladimir Putin in Moscow by US special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

“I expect to at least get an answer,” Zelensky said.

He also said that the US believes Ukraine should withdraw its troops from Donbas to end the war, but in Zelensky’s view, this is impossible.

It is worth noting that Russia initially stated that it did not intend to discuss any ceasefires at the meeting in Abu Dhabi. Moscow demands agreement on the parameters of a peace deal, including security guarantees for Ukraine and Russia, as well as a new security system in Europe, even before a ceasefire.

Meanwhile, Europe has already agreed to discuss a new security architecture before the war in Ukraine ends.