President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a conversation with Donald Trump, during which the parties discussed russia's strikes on the Ukrainian energy sector and the possibility of strengthening the air defense system.
This is indicated in the statement of the head of Ukraine on his official page on Telegram.
"I spoke with US President Donald Trump. Good conversation, very productive," Zelenskyy said.
The Ukrainian President said that he congratulated Trump on his success and the deal for the Middle East, which he actually secured.
"This is a strong result. And if we manage to stop the war in that region, other wars can definitely be stopped, including this Russian war," he said.
Zelenskyy also said that during the conversation he informed Trump about russian strikes on the Ukrainian energy sector.
"I am grateful for the willingness to support us. We discussed the possibilities of strengthening our air defense and the agreements we are preparing in this regard. There are good options, strong ideas on how to really strengthen us," he said.
The President emphasized that russians need to be ready to engage in real diplomacy.
"This can be ensured through strength. Thank you, Mr. President!" Zelenskyy concluded.
Meanwhile, the authors of the influential Axios publication, citing two informed sources, stated that Trump discussed with Zelenskyy the possibility of transferring long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine on Saturday.
The sources did not specify whether a final decision had been made.
One of the people familiar with the conversation said the call lasted about 30 minutes.
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