Zelensky on Geneva talks: Progress on ceasefire monitoring, differences on land, ZNPP

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said following the talks in Geneva that progress had been made on military issues – specifically on monitoring a ceasefire – while positions remain divergent on political matters, including territories, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), and other sensitive issues.

The head of state told this to journalists, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.

"From the briefing I just had […] in principle, the military understand how to monitor a ceasefire and the end of the war if there is political will. They have practically agreed on almost everything there. Monitoring will definitely involve the American side. I believe this is a constructive signal," Zelensky said.

As for the political component and all sensitive issues, including territories and the use of the Zaporizhzhia NPP, he noted that the parties' positions remain different.

"In the military direction, I heard about progress. In the political direction, there was dialogue, and we agreed to move forward. But I did not hear the same level of progress as in the military sphere," Zelensky said.

He also stressed that he expects a detailed report from the negotiating team upon their return, as many details could not be disclosed over the phone.

Zelensky expressed gratitude to the United States and Switzerland for organizing the talks and added that following the negotiations he would contact his European counterparts.

"I am pleased that their participation was broader this time. Europe's presence is very important to us," Zelensky said.

The trilateral talks involving representatives of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia concluded today in Geneva.

Photo: Volodymyr Zelensky / Telegram