Zelensky says US intelligence sharing improves after talks in Oslo, as Europe pushes diplomacy and Washington’s mixed signals continue
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Ukraine's president said American early-warning intelligence is now functioning after meetings with a U.S. envoy in Oslo, while European leaders pressed for continued diplomacy amid Washington's contradictory posture.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters in Oslo that U.S. early-warning intelligence on Russian missile attacks is now working, thanking the American side for the improvement after a period of damaging disruption. He said the ability to hear ballistic missile warnings is crucial for civilians and highlighted ongoing discussions about SpaceX's Starlink satellite service, which Ukraine says has faced speed restrictions that add pressure on the country under fire.
The meeting, attended by Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and other European officials, focused on proposals for a peace process and security guarantees for Ukraine. Stubb described the talks as making "genuine progress" but cautioned that patience would be required, underscoring how difficult it remains to secure real protection for Ukraine while the war continues.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, speaking earlier, dismissed Kyiv's claim that Washington was withholding intelligence as "scandalous" and later said no intentional denial of Patriot interceptor missiles had occurred. Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, who will travel to St. Petersburg, was not present at the joint press conference, while Jared Kushner participated via video link, reflecting the unusual and opaque channels through which Washington is handling the crisis.
Zelensky reiterated Ukraine's readiness for negotiations and emphasized that, despite not losing the war, civilian casualties continue due to Russian attacks. He also mentioned that strong security guarantees and an energy ceasefire were discussed, showing that Kyiv is still pursuing a diplomatic path even as it remains under relentless bombardment.
Russian officials have not yet commented publicly. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the Kremlin would listen to what Witkoff offers but ruled out any political concessions. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned of mixed messages from the United States and urged joint resolution of the conflict, and U.S. Vice-President JD Vance noted divergent interests between the two countries, highlighting the deep contradictions shaping the negotiations.