Zelensky talks about good conversation with Trump: Details
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump (photo: president.gov.ua)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a conversation with his American counterpart, Donald Trump, which he described as good, very warm, and constructive. The two sides discussed the issue of an economic partnership agreement, steps toward ending the war with Russia, and potential negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow, according to Zelenskyy's Telegram channel.
According to the Ukrainian President, the interlocutors congratulated our peoples on Victory Day in Europe – victory over Nazism.
On minerals deal
Zelenskyy also mentioned that both sides welcomed the ratification of the economic partnership agreement by the Verkhovna Rada. The President of Ukraine called it a truly historic document that opens many new opportunities for cooperation.
On steps towards peace
Additionally, Zelenskyy and Trump discussed the need for further efforts for peace, including specific steps that can be taken.
"President Trump inquired about the situation on the battlefield, and I briefly informed him," the President of Ukraine conveyed.
Readiness for a real ceasefire
The Ukrainian president also stated that the country is ready for a 30-day ceasefire starting today.
"This is something that can offer many chances for diplomacy. Ukraine is ready for a full ceasefire starting today, from this very moment – for 30 days of silence. Only for real. So there would be no missile strikes, no drones, and no hundreds of assaults on the front," the President of Ukraine said.
He also mentioned the expectation for Russia's agreement to such a proposal.
"They need to prove their readiness to end the war. And this is not the first time – we are offering this once again. Thirty days that could become the beginning of years of peace. A ceasefire, lasting and reliable, will be a real indicator of progress towards peace. America can help with this. The world needs America just as it did 80 years ago," the head of state emphasized.
On pressure on Russia and diplomacy
During the discussion of joint actions, Zelenskyy raised the topic of US support, which is so needed, about pressure on Russia – pressure for peace, and the parties also discussed diplomatic work.
According to the President of Ukraine, a real and lasting ceasefire – at least for 30 days can offer many chances for diplomacy.
On readiness for negotiations with Moscow
"I also confirmed that Ukraine is ready for negotiations in any format. However, for this, Russia must show the seriousness of its intentions to end the war, starting with a full and unconditional ceasefire," Zelenskyy conveyed.
According to him, Trump confirmed that he wants to end this war, is ready to help, and supports the need for a ceasefire.
Zelenskyy added that he and his American counterpart agreed on further contacts.
Zelenskyy and Trump's conversation on May 8
Recently, US President Donald Trump announced his conversation with Zelenskyy. He mentioned that the parties had just concluded an agreement on rare-earth elements.
"That’s been fully ratified and approved by their legislative branches, and so we appreciate that, and I’ll be speaking with the president in a little while, a little bit later," said the American leader.
In the evening on May 8, it became known that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was having a phone conversation with his American counterpart, Trump. This was informed by the press secretary of the president, Serhii Nykyforov.
