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The talks are part of diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, with the United States seeking mediation between the parties involved.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that two rounds of talks with US President Donald Trump's special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, have concluded in Kiev, and that a third meeting is planned. Ukrainska Pravda writes it. "We have had two discussions. I am very pleased that we are now coming to a third meeting," Zelensky said. Subsequently, Zelensky announced on social media that the next round of talks will be held with US envoys and representatives of the UK, France and Germany.
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A third round of talks will be held between the US envoys and Ukrainian representatives, with the participation of the United Kingdom, France and Germany.
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