The former president of USA, Donald Trump, met with the Ukrainian president Volodímir Zelenski in New York. In the midst of the presidential race, the Republican candidate promised to “quickly resolve” the war in Ukraine if he wins the November 5 elections.
The venue for the high-level meeting was the emblematic building that houses Trump Tower, one of the symbols of the magnate’s power. At the meeting, Trump, a figure who does not hide his sympathy for the Russian president Vladimir Putinpromised to do his part to reach an agreement that benefits “both parties.”
Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump in New York.
What Trump and Zelensky talked about
“This is a war that should never have happened and “we will solve it”Trump said, without offering specific details about how he planned to carry out this goal. The Republican candidate described the conflict as “a complicated puzzle” and lamented the loss of life, suggesting that “an agreement can be reached that is good for both sides.”
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This statement came at a critical time, as the war, which began with the Russian invasion on February 24, 2022, left thousands dead and devastated Ukraine’s infrastructure, in what was the largest ground operation in Europe since World War II. World War.
Zelensky, who was visibly uncomfortable with Trump’s praise of Russian President Vladimir Putin, said: “We agree that the war in Ukraine must end.”
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Despite his reservations, the Ukrainian president considered the meeting “very productive” and expressed gratitude for the conversation. In a message on the X social network, Zelensky stated that he presented his “victory plan” and thoroughly reviewed the current situation in Ukraine.
The war in Ukraine in an electoral key in the United States
The meeting between Trump and Zelensky took place in a context of uncertainty regarding American support, vital for Ukraine to sustain its counteroffensive and defense.
Zelensky, who has been visiting the United States since Sunday, previously met with Democratic President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harriswho reaffirmed their commitment to the Ukrainian people. “Russia will not win“Biden said during the meeting, while announcing an increase in security aid.
Zelensky and Joe Biden, one of his main partners in defense against Russia.
However, Zelensky’s concern about the continuity of this support was accentuated by Trump’s rise in the polls. The former president repeatedly criticized the high cost of military support for Ukraine, describing Zelensky as “the best salesman in the world.” Trump jokingly said, “Every time he comes to our country, he leaves with $60 billion.”
Democratic candidate Kamala Harris also reiterated her unwavering support for Ukraine and criticized those who suggested the country should cede territory or accept neutrality, a clear reference to Trump’s positions.
On the front lines, tensions continued to escalate. Recently, Russia claimed responsibility for the seizure of Ukrainsk, a town located about 30 kilometers west of Donetsk, whose annexation was claimed by Moscow. Russian troops intensified their efforts to control the entire Donetsk region and demanded that kyiv withdraw its soldiers from there, as well as from the nearby regions of Lugansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson, as a precondition for opening peace negotiations.
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