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Zelenskiy and Trump Hold Talks, Emphasize Continued US-Ukraine Cooperation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced on Wednesday that he held a conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump following Trump’s recent election win.
The two leaders discussed the importance of maintaining close communication and furthering cooperation between the United States and Ukraine amid ongoing regional challenges.
In a post on X, Zelenskiy emphasized the need for continued U.S. support, stating, “We agreed to maintain close dialogue and advance our cooperation. Strong and unwavering U.S. leadership is vital for the world and for a just peace.”
US Leadership Key to Resolving Ukraine-Russia Conflict
Trump has previously indicated that he intends to work with both Ukraine and Russia to pursue a resolution to their ongoing conflict. The phone conversation with Zelenskiy signals that Trump aims to keep Ukraine as a key foreign policy focus, balancing efforts for peace while supporting Ukraine’s strategic needs.
The dialogue between Zelenskiy and Trump highlights a shared commitment to stability in Eastern Europe, with both leaders looking to bolster U.S.-Ukraine relations in the coming term.
