Last chance for Zelensky: what to expect for Ukraine from the US at negotiations in Saudi Arabia.

The negotiations between Ukraine and the US could be a disaster for Ukraine - The Economist

According to The Economist, crucial negotiations between Ukraine and the US will take place in Jeddah, which could be the last chance for Ukraine.

These negotiations are enriched with various goals and concerns. The US hopes that a peaceful resolution and a cessation of the conflict will be found through these negotiations, while the Ukrainian side fears that this could be a tactical move or an attempt by Trump to reach an agreement that would benefit Russia.

Russia is intensifying military pressure on Ukraine and is trying to push its forces out of the Kursk region. These negotiations are taking place at a tense moment for Ukraine.

The negotiations involve strong teams from both sides. According to the publication, the US delegation includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. The Ukrainian delegation is led by the head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak, and it also includes Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, and military assistant Pavlo Palisa.

Ukraine has several goals in the negotiations. First, Ukraine wants to sign an agreement on natural resources. President Volodymyr Zelensky also proposed a ceasefire from the air and sea. These steps are seen as an attempt to establish conditions for Russia.

Some Western officials hope that such proposals will show that Ukraine is ready to cooperate with Trump. If Russia rejects these conditions, Trump will be forced to try to make them agree.

'Ukraine is likely to clearly state that any peace agreement that limits its rearmament, considers occupied Russian territories, or interferes in its internal politics is unacceptable. Ukraine is likely to continue demanding security guarantees. It seems unlikely that there will be progress on this issue. Britain and France are urging the US to provide 'support' to European peacekeepers if a ceasefire can be reached' - the article states.

The article also notes that there are signs that Putin may be willing to agree to a truce under certain conditions. However, Ukraine will not agree to such conditions. The goal of the negotiations is to move forward and protect Ukraine's interests.

There is also a worrying prospect that the failure of these negotiations could lead to greater pressure from the US on Ukraine. In any case, a successful peace agreement will require pressure on Russia from the US.

Currently, there are no signs that the US plans to completely withdraw from Ukraine. In case of a failure of the negotiations, a 'gray zone' could arise for Ukraine.

Overall, if the negotiations fail, it could be the last hope for Ukraine.