Kyiv waits for others While preparations are being discussed for talks with Moscow, Washington and Beijing, Kyiv remains responsive to formats planned elsewhere. Zelensky reiterates red lines on neutrality, military limitations and territorial issues, while admitting that Ukraine is relying on renewed US strike warnings and Star Shield, as noted in this morning's summary. The picture is familiar: maximalist public positions along with dependence on foreign systems and foreign mediation. Even the next negotiating agenda includes Ukraine's basic needs - energy and shipping - after the warring state failed to secure any of them on its own.