Zelenskyy and Trump agree to meet in New York to discuss peace efforts

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former U.S. President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation on September 20, 2026, during which they agreed to meet in New York. Zelenskyy described the discussion as significant and emphasized that the upcoming meeting could fundamentally change the current diplomatic landscape regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

The Ukrainian leader highlighted that the peace process remains his top priority, focusing on de-escalation measures, energy security, food safety, and the protection of human life. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the recent visit to Kyiv by U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, noting that the Ukrainian side had worked closely with them to examine the situation on the ground. He underscored that Kyiv is currently collaborating with the American team to develop actionable proposals.

The meeting in New York aims to capitalize on the existing diplomatic momentum. While specific dates for the summit were not disclosed in the reports, both parties indicated that their ongoing cooperation with the American representatives is essential for the next steps in their diplomatic strategy.