Zelensky made a statement regarding the negotiations.

  President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine could achieve success in negotiations this year if Ukrainian defenders remain steadfast and continue to eliminate Russian occupiers. He conveyed this message in his evening address on February 3.   Zelensky mentioned that today the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, briefed him on the situation at the front, with particular focus on the Pokrovsk direction and the Kursk operation.   The President expressed gratitude to all Ukrainian units carrying out combat missions. In light of the events of recent days and weeks, he acknowledged the warriors of the 225th and 425th assault regiments.   It’s worth noting that Zelensky approved a plan for the transition to a new organizational structure of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the creation of corps.   Negotiations might hit a dead end before they even start: what could hinder dialogue