krainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed he will meet United States President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York next week. The announcement comes as Russia intensifies its assault on Ukraine with one of the largest aerial barrages in months.
Speaking on Saturday, Zelensky said the talks would focus on security guarantees for Ukraine and stricter sanctions against Russia. “We will have a meeting with the President of the United States,” he noted, adding that defense cooperation and economic stability will also be part of the agenda.
The statement followed a devastating night of Russian attacks. According to Zelensky, Russian forces launched 40 missiles and more than 580 drones targeting major Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. The strikes killed at least three people and left dozens injured, raising fresh concerns about the resilience of Ukraine’s defenses.
Ukraine has consistently appealed to its Western allies for more support, particularly advanced air defense systems and long-term financial backing. The scheduled meeting with Trump is being seen as a key moment that could influence the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations. Trump has previously voiced varying opinions about Washington’s role in the conflict, making the outcome of the discussions highly significant.
The timing of the meeting reflects Ukraine’s strategy of maintaining international attention on the war while pushing for stronger global commitments. With Russia showing no intention of scaling back its military campaign, Kyiv is leaning heavily on diplomacy to secure continued support.
As world leaders gather for the UN General Assembly, the Zelensky-Trump meeting will be closely followed. It could signal shifts in U.S. policy toward Ukraine and set the tone for how the conflict is addressed on the global stage in the coming months.
