Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday evening in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The meeting follows Zelenskyy's arrival in Jeddah earlier that day, where he was greeted by Saudi Ambassador to Ukraine Mohammed Al-Jibreen and Ukrainian Ambassador Anatolii Petrenko.
The two leaders have met several times in recent months, including during Zelenskyy's previous visits to Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia has played a key role in mediating between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on resolving the conflict and facilitating prisoner exchanges.
The talks come as Russia continues its military operation in Ukraine, which began on February 24, 2022. Russia claims that Ukraine's plans to join the US-led NATO alliance pose a threat to its national security, while Kyiv views this as an infringement on its sovereignty.
The meeting between Zelenskyy and bin Salman highlights the ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at finding a peaceful solution to the conflict. Saudi Arabia's role as a mediator is seen as crucial in facilitating dialogue between the two parties and promoting a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
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