The President of Ukraine and the Amir of Qatar discussed the diplomatic situation and opportunities for a genuine end to the war. Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani agreed that a ceasefire must be the first step toward peace. Only then can the right foundation for diplomacy be established.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy informed the Prime Minister about Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts and contacts with all partners. Dick Schoof stressed that his position is very clear: there can be no decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine. The leaders agreed that a genuine, real, and fair outcome can be achieved only with Ukraine and with Europe’s involvement.

The President said that in the morning he had spoken with Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, Minister of Finance Sergii Marchenko, Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi, the Office team, and the military. The state will take tangible steps to support young people.

Today, I held a meeting with our diplomatic team – the Office, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We are preparing certain steps to further mobilize our partners.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call with President of Romania Nicușor Dan. The heads of state coordinated their next joint diplomatic steps and discussed preparations for tomorrow’s contacts with other leaders.

The leaders discussed the current diplomatic situation and the opportunities it presents. The President of Türkiye stated that any negotiations without Ukraine will not bring lasting peace. Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan share the same understanding of all potential risks and threats, and agreed that a simulated rather than genuine peace will not last long and will only encourage Russia to further seize territory.

The Head of the Office of the President informed about active communication with partners in recent days, including during his meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance. The parties coordinated their positions ahead of the next diplomatic steps, including those planned for this week.