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Zelenskyy Accepts Munich Peace Award for Ukraine as Geneva Talks Loom

The Munich Security Conference presented its Ewald von Kleist Award to Ukraine, honoring the bravery of its people and remembering war victims, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accepting on the nation's behalf. The award commemorates the conference's founder and his contributions to transatlantic security. This comes ahead of scheduled trilateral meetings between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States in Geneva. Zelenskyy, at the conference, held discussions with US envoys and the Secretary of State, coordinating positions and expressing gratitude for American support.

Key Points: Zelenskyy Gets Munich Award, Preps for Ukraine-Russia-US Talks

  • Ukraine honored for war victims' courage
  • Award commemorates MSC founder
  • Geneva trilateral talks set for Feb 17-18
  • Zelenskyy coordinates with US envoys
  • Russian strikes on energy resources discussed
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Munich Security Conference presents Ewald von Kleist Award to Ukraine, remembering victims of war

Ukraine receives Ewald von Kleist Award at Munich Security Conference. Zelenskyy meets US officials ahead of key trilateral talks in Geneva.

"We count on the meetings being truly productive. - Volodymyr Zelenskyy"

Munich, February 15

The Munich Security Conference has awarded Ukraine with the Ewald von Kleist Award to honour the victims of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy collected the award on Saturday.

"In this moment, we are presenting the Ewald von Kleist Award to the brave Ukrainian people. We honour their courage and remember those who lost their lives or were injured. President @ZelenskyyUa receives the award on behalf of his nation," Munich Security Conference's X handle posted.

Ewald von Kleist was the founder of the Munich Security Conference, and, according to the conference's website, he was instrumental in advancing the transatlantic security dialogue and in integrating post-war Germany into NATO.

The award honours leading figures in security policy for their contribution to international peace and conflict management. The MSC inaugurated the Ewald von Kleist Award in 2009.

Meanwhile, according to the Russian news agency TASS, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced the trilateral meetings between Ukraine, Russia, and the US would be held in Geneva on February 17-18.

Zelenskyy, who was at the Munich Security Conference, met several leaders ahead of the trilateral meeting.

He discussed the upcoming trilateral meetings in Geneva with United States envoys, Steve Witkoff

Volodymyr Zelenskyy also discussed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio the impact of Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy resources.

In an X post, the Ukrainian President wrote, "I had a conversation with envoys of President Trump, @SteveWitkoff and @JaredKushner, ahead of the trilateral meetings in Geneva. We count on the meetings being truly productive. We also discussed some developments following the meetings in Abu Dhabi. Not everything can be shared over the phone, and our negotiating team will present Ukraine's position next week."

"I also spoke about our meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. We greatly appreciate that America consistently maintains a constructive approach and is ready to assist in protecting lives. I thank President Trump, his team, and the people of the United States for their support," he added.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While the award is symbolic, what Ukraine needs is concrete security guarantees and diplomatic progress. The timing with the Geneva meetings is interesting. Let's see if Western support translates into a sustainable peace plan, not just awards.
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Aman W
The world's focus is on Ukraine, and rightly so. But we must not forget there are other conflicts where people suffer silently. International peace efforts should be consistent, not selective. Just a thought.
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Sarah B
Zelenskyy is doing a remarkable job representing his nation on the global stage. The award is a gesture, but the real tribute will be ending this war. Hoping the Geneva talks have substance.
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Vikram M
India's position of dialogue and diplomacy is the correct one. Awards and conferences are good for morale, but the hard work is at the negotiation table. Peace should be the ultimate goal for all sides involved.
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Karthik V
The human cost of this war is tragic. Remembering the victims is the least the world can do. As a country that has seen its share of conflict, we in India empathise deeply. May wisdom prevail in the upcoming meetings.

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