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Trump and Zelenskyy Meet Friday at Trump Tower Amid Rising Tensions Over Ukraine

Sep 27, 2024, 04:21 PM

Former President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York City on Friday. The meeting comes amid rising tensions over U.S. support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Trump, who has criticized Zelenskyy on the campaign trail, expressed his intention to work with both Ukraine and Russia to end the war. Trump emphasized his positive relationship with both Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that a fair deal could be reached. Zelenskyy presented Trump with Ukraine's 'Victory Plan' and reiterated the need for a just peace. Trump vowed that if re-elected, he would swiftly end the conflict, suggesting that his election victory would prevent World War III.