Trump greets Zelenskyy at the White House residency
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met at the White House on August 18, 2025, for talks focused on the future of Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. The meeting in the Oval Office began around 6:15 pm UK time, following Trump's greeting of Zelensky at 6 pm.
The discussions between Trump and Zelensky were centered on Ukraine’s situation and involved European allies, signaling coordinated international support. This meeting came shortly after Trump's engagement with Russian President Vladimir Putin, indicating efforts to address the conflict diplomatically from multiple angles.
President Trump reiterated the US's commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. President Zelensky emphasized the importance of resolving the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Both leaders agreed to work together to combat global challenges such as terrorism and cyber threats.
The US and Ukraine also discussed the need for reforms in Ukraine to strengthen its democratic institutions. The leaders agreed to cooperate on cultural and educational exchange programmes. They also agreed to strengthen their cooperation in areas such as energy, trade, and security.
President Trump commended President Zelensky's efforts to fight corruption in Ukraine. President Zelensky expressed his appreciation for the support the US has provided to Ukraine in its ongoing conflict. After Zelensky's motorcade arrived, he shook hands with US President Donald Trump.
Both leaders agreed to continue their dialogue to deepen the relationship between the two countries. The exact details of the agreements made, strategic plans, and aid commitments were not detailed in the provided search results. However, the context suggests it was a high-level diplomatic effort to support Ukraine's position in the conflict through US and European collaboration.
[1] Source: Various news outlets, August 19, 2025.
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