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Trump Meets Zelensky at UNGA, Backs Stronger European Defense as Kyiv Reports New Gains

Zelensky reported fresh gains, urging Europe to halt Russian energy purchases.

Overview

  • Trump wrote on Truth Social that with European Union support Ukraine could reclaim all its original territory and possibly go further.
  • He said European countries should shoot down Russian aircraft and drones that violate NATO airspace.
  • Trump said it is too early to answer whether Washington will provide Ukraine security guarantees similar to those promised by the EU, though he plans to discuss the issue.
  • Zelensky said Ukraine liberated 360 square kilometers in the past month and that about 1,000 Russian servicemen were encircled for potential prisoner exchanges.
  • Both leaders pressed for tighter pressure on Moscow, with Zelensky calling for an end to EU oil and gas purchases and citing talks with Slovakia’s Robert Fico as Trump suggested Viktor Orban might halt Russian energy buys.