Rustem Umerov
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The recordings consist of three separate conversations dated various days in July 2025. The new fragments feature former Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov, former First Assistant to the President Serhiy Shefir, and former Minister Oleksiy Chernyshov.
Ukraine is preparing new bilateral agreements and expanding defense cooperation. The President announced details regarding the format of the Drone Deal in the near future.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new agreements with India and Bahrain. Cooperation will be based on the experience of teams in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Rustem Umerov reported on the requests of Gulf countries and others for Ukrainian expertise, including in air defense and maritime security. Deeper security agreements with partners in Europe are also being prepared.
Ukraine is negotiating with the US and the EU on security guarantees and preparing to export defense technologies. Ukraine has offered Russia a ceasefire for the holidays. The President stated his readiness to observe silence in the sky and on the front line, provided there are no attacks. The energy system is working stably due to an increase in the volume of its own generation.
Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of energy and logistics cooperation with Turkey. Ukraine is expanding defense and economic ties with Middle Eastern countries.
The "Honest Mobilization" movement accused CPC founders Rudyi and Sherembey of evading service.
Zelenskyy announced new agreements on cooperation with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. Turkey and European partners have shown interest in the experience of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Rustem Umerov met with top Turkish officials to discuss joint projects. Security issues and the release of Ukrainians were prioritized.
Ukraine has agreed with the Persian Gulf countries on strengthening air defense and joint defense production. Partners will also ensure the supply of diesel fuel.
Umerov's spokeswoman and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called Iran's statements about the destruction of a warehouse with Ukrainian specialists a fake. Officials denied the information about the attack in the UAE.
Kyiv plans to exchange combat experience in drone warfare for American missiles. Zelenskyy arrived in the region to discuss defense cooperation.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov warned about fake requests from unknown numbers. Attackers are impersonating him to collect confidential information.
The President heard a report on meetings in the US regarding security guarantees and peace. He added: the geopolitical situation has become more complicated due to the war against Iran, and this adds confidence to Russia.
Steve Witkoff summarized the meeting on a peace agreement and Ukraine's security. The parties discussed humanitarian efforts and a system of security guarantees.
A round of negotiations on security guarantees and prisoner exchange has concluded in Florida. A detailed report on the results will be presented to the President in Ukraine.
The delegations discussed resolving issues to bring a peace agreement closer. According to Witkoff, the discussion focused on "narrowing and resolving remaining issues to move closer to a comprehensive peace agreement."
The Ukrainian delegation met with US representatives to discuss the negotiation track. The parties agreed on approaches to achieve practical results.
Ukrainian specialists are sharing their experience in combating Shahed drones in Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. The number of involved experts has increased to 228 people.
Rustem Umerov reported on the work of Ukrainian teams in Gulf countries to protect the sky. Specialists are implementing technologies to counter air threats.
Ukrainian specialists are advising partners on countering drones and stabilizing the situation in the region. Zelenskyy instructed to assess participation in missions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Rustem Umerov reported on the results of visits to the Persian Gulf countries. Ukraine expects air defense systems and has sent specialists to protect the region from Shaheds.
A political group led by Umerov and Budanov will hold a meeting in the US to end the war. Zelenskyy announced the parties' readiness for a substantive dialogue.
Ankara stated its readiness to ensure the highest level of security for holding meetings. Earlier, the parties had already discussed diplomatic prospects.
The President instructed Umerov to maintain constant contact with the US and announced a visit to Spain. Pressure on Russia was named a key factor for achieving peace.
The Ukrainian delegation is preparing agreements on protection against Iranian drones and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine shares its air defense experience with partners.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that due to the situation around Iran, there are no necessary signals for a trilateral meeting yet. Ukraine is ready for it as soon as the security situation allows.
President Zelenskyy is preparing a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council to approve the strategy for next winter. Plans for the protection and restoration of energy facilities and critical infrastructure will be updated.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced preparations for the next trilateral meeting, which is likely to take place in Abu Dhabi in early March. He discussed this with Rustem Umerov, David Arakhamia, and US representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.