On October 20, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had an important conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during which critical security and diplomatic issues were discussed.
Topics of Discussion
According to reports, the conversation covered several key topics, including:
- the supply of missiles for the Patriot system,
- intelligence regarding potential ballistic strikes from Russia,
- the situation with Starlink and Starshield terminals.
Zelensky emphasized that the discussions took place against the backdrop of ongoing diplomatic efforts by Ukraine aimed at ending the war and reducing human casualties.
Importance of Cooperation
The President expressed gratitude to Rubio for his willingness to assist Ukraine and for his "clear position" on support. According to Zelensky, both sides agreed to reconnect soon for updates on the discussed issues.
Status of Starlink
Zelensky also reported that the operation of the Starlink system for the Ukrainian Armed Forces and warnings about ballistic missile launches have not yet been restored. The President stressed the need to restore Ukraine's access to the American Starshield system.