Peace and security guarantees: Zelensky held talks with leaders from several countries.

On Thursday, February 20, President Vladimir Zelensky engaged in a series of discussions with world leaders. The dialogues focused on peace negotiations, security guarantees for Ukraine, and cooperation in the energy sector.

This was reported by RBK-Ukraine citing the night video address of the head of state.

In talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, the leaders coordinated their positions, discussed further steps, particularly regarding views on security guarantees for Ukraine.

Zelensky also held discussions with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.

"We appreciate that Mette and the people of Denmark understand what we are striving for," the president stated.

During negotiations with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, the leaders discussed bilateral relations as well as the future of Europe and energy security.

With Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Zelensky exchanged "good, important proposals" and "our views on the development of the situation."

The head of state also spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The leaders discussed prospects for cooperation within the "Group of Seven" (G7).

"I also spoke today with the President of the Republic of South Africa (Cyril Ramaphosa - ed.). I am grateful for the support of our sovereignty and for the position that the negotiation process must be inclusive. Peace is always a collective effort, especially the peace that we must leave for all future generations," Zelensky said.

Negotiations with Keith Kellogg

Recall that since February 19, U.S. President Donald Trump's special representative, General Keith Kellogg, has been on an official visit in Kyiv.

As a result of Kellogg's meeting with President Zelensky, the Ukrainian side proposed a draft agreement on security guarantees and the return of all Ukrainians captured by Russia.

The head of state also tasked to work quickly and thoughtfully on agreements with the U.S. regarding natural resources and security guarantees.

According to media reports, the Trump administration provided Ukraine with a new draft agreement on natural resources. The first proposed U.S. version was rejected by the official Kyiv.