Blinken described Ukraine's operation in Khurschyna as "crucial" for negotiations.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during his visit to South Korea, stated that Ukraine's position in the Kursk region of Russia is crucial for any future negotiations.

This was announced by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during his visit to South Korea, as reported by Barron's.

“Their position in Kursk is important because, undoubtedly, it will influence any negotiations that may take place next year,” Blinken stated.

According to him, the administration of US President Joe Biden aims to ensure that “Ukraine has the strongest possible hand to play.”

Blinken noted that even if negotiations occur, Ukraine will still require “adequate security guarantees.” This is due to the fact that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will not consider the “game over.”

“His imperial ambitions remain, and what he will try to do is rest, rearm, and ultimately attack again,” Blinken emphasized.

At the same time, he refrained from commenting on the operations of Ukrainian military forces in the Kursk region.

Background. Earlier, Mind reported that negotiations with Russia are possible only after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets with US President Donald Trump.