Zelensky discusses support and peace talks in Dublin
The Ukrainian president spoke with Irish and European leaders about air defence, sanctions and cooperation at sea.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has discussed further support for Ukraine and the diplomatic process in Dublin. He met, among others, Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and American envoys who travelled to Ireland from Moscow.
According to the Ukrainian presidency, Zelensky and Martin discussed the situation at the front, the consequences of Russian attacks on infrastructure and further Irish support. Ireland is expected to play an active role in the so-called Shelter Coalition.
They also discussed planned cooperation in the field of drones. According to Zelensky, the priority is maritime drones and security at sea. Ukraine and Ireland want to work towards joint production, according to his office, but no concrete numbers, amounts or timetable have been announced.
According to the Ukrainian presidency, the talks followed negotiations in Abu Dhabi on 10 and 11 November. European representatives were also involved, according to the Ukrainian presidency. It had previously been reported that a major prisoner exchange had been agreed during those talks, but that there had been no breakthrough on a broader peace agreement.
According to AP, American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travelled from Moscow to Dublin. AP reported that they had spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier on Thursday. According to AP, Russia rejected a possible European force in Ukraine after a ceasefire and made demands concerning Ukrainian territory; those Russian positions are not the same as an agreement.
Zelensky also called for further sanctions pressure on Russian companies and organisations contributing to weapons production. Martin said, according to the Ukrainian presidency, that Ireland was prepared to maintain pressure on Russia.
The new talks concern support and diplomacy, but have not yet produced a peace settlement. For the Netherlands and other European countries, what matters above all is that the discussion simultaneously concerns military support, possible European involvement after a ceasefire and the conditions under which Ukraine can move further towards EU membership.
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What is established
- Zelensky spoke in Dublin with the Irish prime minister and other European partners.
- The talks concerned support, sanctions, energy and the diplomatic process.
- No peace agreement was reported.
Left
Arguments Emphasises that Ukraine needs sufficient military and financial support to defend itself and that negotiations must not lead to forced territorial concessions.
Values Self-determination, international law and the protection of civilians.
Consequences Fears that a quick agreement without security guarantees would merely postpone another war.
Centre
Arguments Emphasises that diplomacy, support for Ukraine and European coordination are all needed at the same time, and that agreements must be verifiable and workable.
Values The rule of law, European cooperation and lasting security.
Consequences Warns both against negotiations without means of applying pressure and against escalation without a diplomatic channel.
Right
Arguments Emphasises clear security interests, limited support and a settlement that ends the war without open-ended obligations for European countries.
Values National security, responsible governance and control of costs and risks.
Consequences Fears that prolonged support without a diplomatic perspective will further extend the war and European involvement.
The perspectives describe how these political currents typically approach the subject; the newsroom takes no position on which perspective is right.
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The text distinguishes between confirmed meetings, attributed Russian positions and the absence of an agreement. The new development is the discussions in Dublin and the support measures discussed.
- confirmed Zelensky spoke in Dublin with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin. — Publication by the Ukrainian presidency on 11 November, supplemented by current reporting on the visit. source
- confirmed The American envoys spoke to Putin and then travelled to Dublin. — AP report of 12 November 2026. source
- confirmed No peace agreement was reached. — The sources describe talks and positions, not a signed agreement. source
Editor's note
The meetings and subjects discussed were confirmed by AP and the Ukrainian presidency. Russian positions are attributed as Russian positions; no peace agreement was reported.Sources
The story so far
- Thursday, 12 November 2026, 20:48 European leaders discuss role in peace talks
- Thursday, 12 November 2026, 22:48 Zelensky discusses support and peace talks in Dublin (this article)
- Friday, 13 November 2026, 01:49 Europe may join next Ukraine talks
- Friday, 13 November 2026, 19:13 Five countries and EU to represent Europe in Ukraine talks
- Saturday, 14 November 2026, 10:45 Ukraine launches heavy drone attack during peace talks
- Saturday, 14 November 2026, 13:00 Ukraine and Russia discuss exchange of thousands of prisoners
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