Rustem Umerov, the head of the Ukrainian delegation and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, is scheduled for a meeting in Geneva on Thursday with U.S. special envoy Steve Vitkof and Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law. This meeting is part of Ukraine’s preparation for the next round of trilateral negotiations with Russia, which could take place in March. The context for this engagement highlights the ongoing diplomatic efforts to navigate the complexities of the conflict involving Ukraine and Russia, especially in light of the strained relationships caused by the ongoing war.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky openly confirmed the forthcoming meeting, emphasizing its significance in the broader scope of diplomatic discussions aimed at achieving peace or a potential resolution. It was noted that Umerov’s advisor corroborated the timing and location of the meeting in Geneva, following a previous round of negotiations that were held earlier this month. The discussions are expected to cover critical topics, including the exchange of prisoners of war and a