Zelensky met with Vence and Rubio in the Vatican: what was agreed.

Negotiations of Zelensky with American diplomats in Rome

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, met with the Vice President of the United States, JD Vence, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio during his official visit to Rome. He announced this on Telegram.

The parties discussed the negotiations held in Istanbul, where the Russian delegation acted without real authority. Zelensky confirmed Ukraine's readiness for diplomatic efforts and emphasized the importance of an immediate ceasefire. The Ukrainian leader also highlighted the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia, develop trade, and defense cooperation, and examined the situation at the front and the exchange of prisoners.

'Pressure on Russia must continue until the complete cessation of aggression and encouragement towards the development of a fair and sustainable peace,'

During the meeting, further steps to strengthen sanctions against Russia and the current situation at the front were also discussed. Zelensky stressed the fulfillment of agreements on economic partnership with the USA and sent a letter to US President Donald Trump with new proposals for cooperation in the defense industry and trade sectors.

'Thank you to the American people for their support and leadership in saving lives,'

It should be noted that Pope Leo XIV also met with Zelensky first among world leaders and expressed his support for Ukraine.

During the negotiations, the parties are making efforts to resolve the conflict and support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. The efforts of Ukraine and its partners are aimed at achieving peace and stability in the region.