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Zelensky Confirms US Push for Post-War Talks Delay Amid Iran Conflict Tensions

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that the United States has requested a postponement of upcoming rounds in both Russia-Ukraine bilateral talks and tripartite negotiations regarding Ukraine's end to war. This decision coincides with reports from Ertnews.gr stating Washington sought delays specifically due to escalating conflict tensions involving Iran, while other outlets like Capital.gr noted this applies generally to the next phase of trilateral discussions on ending hostilities in Eastern Europe as well.

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    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the United States requested a postponement of upcoming diplomatic rounds.
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    The US specifically asked to delay negotiations regarding Ukraine's security and future status due to ongoing conflict dynamics in Iran, according to one report citing his statement on March 13 at approximately 20:58 UTC (based on Ertnews timestamp).
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    Zelenskyy confirmed that the United States also requested a postponement of subsequent rounds involving Russia.
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    The request for delay pertains specifically to trilateral talks and discussions concerning the end-of-war terms with Moscow.
[Mar 13, Mar] Zelenskyy stated that US officials requested a postponement of upcoming rounds related to Ukraine's security due to war developments in Iran (Ertnews.gr).
[Mar 12/Early March - inferred context from 'next round'] US request for delay applies specifically to the next scheduled trilateral meeting and discussions on ending hostilities with Russia.