Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated on Monday, September 7th, that he is preparing for the next stage of negotiations following a visit by envoys from Donald Trump to both Moscow and Kyiv. The purpose of the envoys’ trip was to attempt to revive the diplomatic process aimed at ending the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Despite these efforts, the President did not appear optimistic about a potential end to the ongoing war. The visit signals continued, though perhaps limited, Western attempts to mediate a resolution. Kyiv is proceeding with caution, acknowledging the difficulty of reaching a peaceful agreement with Russia. Further negotiations are expected, but the outcome remains uncertain given the current state of the conflict in Ukraine. The situation remains fluid as both sides prepare for potential future talks.