Zelensky spoke with Merz, and Yermak met with Rubio: key statements.

Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and the head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak held a series of high-level diplomatic contacts with Western partners to inform them about the results of the meeting in Istanbul and to coordinate further steps towards conflict resolution.

The President noted that 'There are many things our teams are already actively working on.'

On social networks, Zelensky reported on a conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, emphasizing that during the meeting, the visit to Berlin and the implementation of the agreements reached were discussed.

Negotiations with international partners

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak held negotiations in Washington with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, discussing a wide range of issues including the situation on the front and the need for support for Ukraine in the field of air defense.

The discussions also touched on the Istanbul meetings and their outcomes, the exchange of prisoners, and the importance of returning hostages and children who have been captured by Russian forces.

Ukrainian leaders are actively communicating with international partners to resolve the conflict and discuss important issues such as prisoner exchanges and the return of hostages. Diplomatic activity is aimed at improving the situation in the region and ensuring support for Ukraine in the field of security.