Zelenskyy Confirms Resumption of U.S. Intelligence Sharing in Oslo

The restoration of data flow addresses a significant security gap that had previously left Ukrainian authorities without early warnings for incoming strikes. Zelenskyy emphasized that these alerts are essential for the protection of civilians, particularly as Russia intensifies its offensive across multiple regions. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who held substantive talks with the Ukrainian leader ahead of the Norway summit, dismissed claims of a deliberate denial of intelligence, labeling such reports as unfounded.

While the intelligence cooperation stabilizes, broader geopolitical friction persists. U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly questioned Zelenskyy’s role in peace negotiations, suggesting that others should lead the dialogue. Despite these tensions, the Oslo meeting—facilitated by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store and Finnish President Alexander Stubb—produced what officials described as genuine progress. Negotiators identified key elements regarding security and economic frameworks, which envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to present during upcoming meetings with Russian leadership in St. Petersburg.

On the ground, the conflict remains volatile. Russian forces continued a widespread campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, targeting energy facilities in the Odesa region and leaving thousands of households without power. Fatalities were reported in the Kyiv region following drone strikes near major transit corridors, underscoring the urgency of the restored early warning systems as both sides engage in a cycle of missile and drone attacks.