Zelenskyy and Trump to meet in New York for peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced an upcoming meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump in New York following a phone conversation between the two leaders. The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday afternoon on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, is viewed by Zelenskyy as a significant opportunity to advance diplomatic momentum in the ongoing conflict.

During their call, Zelenskyy emphasized that peace negotiations remain his top priority and expressed gratitude for the recent visit to Kyiv by U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The discussions involve various measures for de-escalation, as well as critical efforts to secure energy and food supplies. The Ukrainian government is actively coordinating with the U.S. team to develop potential frameworks for ending the four-and-a-half-year-long war.

While Zelenskyy expressed optimism that the upcoming discussion could change the course of current events, the meeting coincides with broader efforts from Washington to encourage direct peace talks between Kyiv and Moscow. The diplomatic engagement remains focused on addressing the humanitarian impact of the conflict and stabilizing the region through sustained international cooperation.