UKRAINE

Zelenskyy says he and Trump will meet in New York

Ukraine's president says the meeting could become part of a broader diplomatic push around the war and security guarantees.

Published September 20, 2026·NewsMaze Editorial Desk
Zelenskyy says he and Trump will meet in New York
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What happened

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to meet in New York during the United Nations General Assembly.

What changed

Zelenskyy described the meeting as potentially significant to efforts aimed at de-escalation and a negotiated end to the war, while continuing to emphasize security, energy and humanitarian concerns.

Why it matters

Any shift in U.S.-Ukraine coordination can affect military support, sanctions policy, diplomatic negotiations and the positions of European allies.

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