President Donald J. Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict during a phone call on an undisclosed date. The two leaders focused on efforts to end the war, reviewing progress made during a meeting on Tuesday last week in Jeddah with senior officials from both nations.
According to The White House release, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for U.S. assistance, particularly the supply of Javelin missiles, which was initiated by President Trump. Both leaders agreed to continue working together to bring the conflict to an end. Zelenskyy praised Trump's role in the peace process and expressed readiness for a full ceasefire. Trump also updated Zelenskyy on his conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, agreeing to share defense information as the situation in Kursk evolved.
Zelenskyy requested additional air defense aid, particularly Patriot missile systems for civilian protection. Trump stated his intention to work with Zelenskyy to find available resources in Europe to meet this need.
The two leaders agreed on a partial ceasefire targeting energy infrastructure. Technical teams will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss expanding the ceasefire to the Black Sea region as a step toward a full ceasefire. Zelenskyy also received Trump's assurance of U.S. aid for Ukraine's electrical supply and nuclear power plants.
The call also addressed humanitarian concerns, including the exchange of prisoners of war (POWs). Zelenskyy thanked Trump for his role in facilitating a recent POW exchange and for his efforts to help children displaced or abducted during the conflict. President Trump assured he would collaborate with both parties to ensure the safe return of those children.
Both leaders emphasized the importance of continuing efforts for a ceasefire and praised their advisors for their work. They assigned their teams to address the technical details of implementing and expanding the ceasefire, setting the stage for further discussions on achieving lasting peace.
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