Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says phone call with Trump and Macron after G7 ‘could change a great deal’
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held discussions with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron following the G7 summit. Zelenskyy characterized the meeting with Trump as very positive. These talks aimed to coordinate actions for Ukraine.
What changed
Zelenskyy has now explicitly described the G7 talks with Trump as very positive.
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Zelenskyy describes G7 talks with Trump as positive for Ukraine
confidence 90%President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held discussions with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron following the G7 summit. Zelenskyy characterized the meeting with Trump as very positive. These talks aimed to coordinate actions for Ukraine.
What's confirmed:
- Zelenskyy described the G7 meeting with Trump as very positive.
- Trump met with Emmanuel Macron and called a deal a potential breakthrough for global security.
Still unconfirmed:
- Vladimir Putin claims he is ready to end the war on terms agreed in Istanbul.
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Zelensky coordinates next steps with Trump and Macron after G7
confidence 90%President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron to coordinate actions following the G7 summit. Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine secured key support from world leaders. Trump has urged Russia to make peace following his talks with Zelenskyy.
What's confirmed:
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron to coordinate next steps after the G7 summit.
- Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine secured key support from world leaders at the G7 summit in France.
- Donald Trump urged Russia to make peace after talks with Zelenskyy.
Still unconfirmed:
- Emmanuel Macron secured Trump's support for Ukraine in a joint declaration.
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Zelensky talks with Trump and Macron after G7 summit
confidence 90%President Zelensky held a phone call with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron following the G7 meeting. Zelensky expressed gratitude for Trump's attention to Ukraine. G7 leaders noted a shift toward a tougher stance against Moscow.
What's confirmed:
- President Volodymyr Zelensky said, "I am grateful to President Trump for his attention to Ukraine."
Still unconfirmed:
- G7 leaders sense Donald Trump is moving toward a tougher line against Moscow.
- G7 leaders welcomed a newfound unity regarding increased pressure on Russia.
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Zelensky holds calls with Trump and Macron after G7
confidence 90%President Zelensky spoke with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron following the G7 summit. The leaders discussed peace prospects and ally cooperation. These talks occur as US-led peace efforts have stalled.
What's confirmed:
- President Trump told Vladimir Putin that the war in Ukraine needed to end.
- Emmanuel Macron greeted Zelensky with a hug at the Hotel Royal.
- Zelensky and Trump planned to speak during the G7 summit.
Still unconfirmed:
- US-led peace efforts have stalled.
- Diplomatic activity involving Washington and Moscow has renewed.
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Zelensky says post-G7 call with Trump and Macron "could change a great deal"
confidence 90%President Zelensky held a phone call with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron following the G7 summit in France. The discussion focused on diplomatic peace prospects, cooperation with allies, and strengthening Kyiv's position. This follows a series of meetings and calls between the leaders during the summit.
What's confirmed:
- Zelensky and Trump held a face-to-face meeting at the G7 summit in France.
- Zelensky and Macron were captured on a hot-mic discussing how to handle Trump.
- Zelensky stated that G7 leaders agreed Putin was not winning the war.
- Zelensky had a phone call with Trump and Macron after the G7 summit.
- Trump and Zelensky held phone calls prior to the G7 summit.
Still unconfirmed:
- Macron told Zelensky he had a "difficult" meeting with Trump.
- Trump stated it is "unfair" for Iran not to have ballistic missiles.