Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a conversation with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner regarding the ongoing crisis between Ukraine and the U.S. This call was the first since tensions rose after President Trump cut a diesel deal with Russia. Zelensky raised concerns about restrictions on satellite systems used by Ukraine's military, attributing them to the Trump administration, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied U.S. involvement and stated that the service had been restored.
Key facts
- Zelensky spoke with U.S. officials Witkoff and Kushner on October 18, 2026.
- The call addressed the U.S.-Ukraine crisis and peace talks with Russia.
- Zelensky claimed U.S. involvement in restrictions on Starlink and Starshield systems.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the U.S. was not involved in the restrictions.
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