U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot discussed peace negotiations concerning Ukraine. They focused on preparations for a key meeting in Saudi Arabia involving American and Ukrainian delegations on March 11, aiming for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
On March 7, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio conversed with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot about negotiations aimed at resolving the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. The discussion included preparations for a meeting between American and Ukrainian delegations, scheduled for March 11 in Saudi Arabia. This meeting is anticipated to significantly address steps toward establishing peace.
Rubio underscored President Trump’s commitment to attaining a “fair and lasting peace through negotiations” during the conversation. He affirmed that the U.S. remains dedicated to collaborating with France to support these efforts for a peaceful resolution.
The forthcoming bilateral meeting in Saudi Arabia will feature Rubio along with National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and U.S. Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Vitkoff, alongside senior Ukrainian officials. Ukraine’s President is also expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia on March 10 for discussions with the Crown Prince before engaging in peace talks with the U.S. delegation.
The agenda for the March 11 meeting includes discussions centered on the groundwork for a potential peace agreement and considerations for a ceasefire. Special Representative Steve Vitkoff has highlighted the importance of this dialogue as a crucial step in addressing the ongoing conflict.
In summary, recent discussions between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot reflect a concerted effort to establish peace negotiations regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The upcoming meeting in Saudi Arabia aims to facilitate these efforts through high-level talks involving both American and Ukrainian officials, with a focus on achieving a ceasefire and laying a foundation for a peace agreement.
Original Source: unn.ua
