The United States has resumed intelligence sharing with Ukraine, enabling Kyiv to receive advance warnings of Russian missile strikes, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This development follows discussions with US envoy Steve Witkoff in Norway and comes amid ongoing Russian attacks across Ukraine.
Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the renewed cooperation, emphasizing the importance of early warnings in protecting civilians, including children and adults. He highlighted that the intelligence sharing could potentially save lives as Ukraine continues to face missile threats.
The announcement arrives at a time of strained relations between Kyiv and Washington regarding future US military support and efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict with Russia. While US President Donald Trump has urged for a peace agreement, Ukraine insists that any resolution must respect its sovereignty and involve its participation in negotiations.
Following his meeting with Zelenskyy, Witkoff is scheduled to engage in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. These diplomatic efforts aim to identify possible pathways toward negotiations, though significant disagreements persist over the terms of a potential settlement.
During the talks, Zelenskyy also raised issues concerning Ukraine’s military communications and the availability of Patriot air defense interceptors. He indicated that Ukraine might consider halting long-range attacks on Russian oil refineries if the US provides additional Patriot missiles to bolster Ukraine’s air defenses.
Meanwhile, Russian attacks continue to inflict casualties across Ukraine. On Tuesday, at least nine people were reported killed, including three victims of a Russian drone strike on vehicles along the Kyiv-Odesa highway. Four others sustained injuries in the attack.
The resumption of intelligence sharing is expected to enhance Ukraine’s preparedness against missile strikes. However, uncertainty lingers over the extent of future American military assistance and the prospects for a negotiated resolution to the conflict.