Zelenskyy Holds Talks in Azerbaijan and Saudi Arabia
Ukrainian president discusses security and energy issues with regional partners
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Vladimir Zelenskyy held meetings in Azerbaijan and Saudi Arabia focused on security and energy. According to The Guardian, the Ukrainian president conducted diplomatic talks across the South Caucasus and the Middle East.
The visits to Baku and Riyadh are part of Kyiv's drive to broaden its diplomatic contacts beyond traditional Western partners. Azerbaijan occupies a strategic position between Russia and the West, while Saudi Arabia wields significant influence in the region and on global energy markets.
Zelenskyy is seeking to secure international support to strengthen Ukraine's position on both security and the rebuilding of energy infrastructure damaged by Russian strikes.