U.S. and Ukraine Hold Ceasefire Talks in Berlin Ahead of Key European Summit
GeokHub
Contributing Writer
Berlin, Dec 13 (GeokHub) Senior officials from the United States and Ukraine held talks in Berlin on Saturday focused on a potential ceasefire framework, as diplomatic efforts intensify ahead of a major European summit expected to address the future of the war in Ukraine.
The discussions come amid growing pressure from European leaders to explore pathways toward de-escalation after nearly three years of fighting. According to officials familiar with the meeting, the talks centered on security guarantees, territorial considerations, and conditions under which any pause in hostilities could be sustained.
Ukraine reiterated its position that any ceasefire must protect its sovereignty and prevent Russia from regrouping militarily. U.S. representatives, meanwhile, emphasized continued diplomatic coordination with European allies while maintaining support for Ukraine’s defense needs.
The Berlin meeting was described as preparatory, setting the stage for broader multilateral discussions at the upcoming summit, where European Union leaders are expected to debate military aid, sanctions, and diplomatic engagement.
