WASHINGTON: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday for crucial discussions.
Zelensky emphasized that there should be “no compromises” with Russian President Vladimir Putin in any peace negotiations.
He presented Trump with images of war atrocities, highlighting the devastation caused by the ongoing conflict.
During their discussion, Zelensky stated, “I think President Trump is on our side,” signaling trust in US support.
He also expressed a strong desire to clarify how the US plans to assist Ukraine in countering Russian aggression.
Peace Talks
Trump stated that stopping the war between Russia and Ukraine would be a great achievement.
However, Zelensky firmly rejected any compromises with Putin, insisting that Russia must be stopped.
He urged the US to take a clear stance in supporting Ukraine’s resistance against Russian aggression.
Zelensky reinforced Ukraine’s position that peace talks should not include territorial concessions.
Trump acknowledged the challenges but did not specify any immediate policy actions during the Oval Office exchange.
Minerals Agreement
Trump announced that the US and Ukraine would sign a minerals deal during their joint press conference.
The signing ceremony is scheduled to take place in the East Room of the White House.
He described the agreement as “very fair” and beneficial to both nations.
The deal is expected to strengthen Ukraine’s access to critical resources needed for its economy.
This partnership highlights deeper economic cooperation between the two allies amid the ongoing war.
US-Ukraine Relations
Zelensky’s visit comes at a crucial time as Ukraine continues to seek US military and financial support.
He aims to secure long-term commitments to sustain Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
Bipartisan support in Washington for Ukraine has faced challenges in recent months.
Zelensky hopes this meeting will reinforce strong US backing for Ukraine’s sovereignty.
The discussion also covered military aid and future defense cooperation between the two nations.
Looking Ahead
The outcome of these talks could influence future US-Ukraine relations and global security policies.
Trump has yet to confirm specific steps but emphasized that diplomacy remains key.
The world is watching closely to see how this high-stakes dialogue unfolds.
