Exclusive: Trump, Zelensky to discuss strategy to pressure Russia into peace talks
Ukraine seeks more Patriot interceptors as Trump prepares to present a peace proposal and may call Vladimir Putin after the meeting.
- At the June 8 NATO summit in Ankara, President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Donald Trump met to exchange ideas on ending Russia's war and pressuring Russian President Vladimir Putin into peace negotiations.
- Zelensky and Trump believe growing sentiment in Russia, driven by gasoline price pressure and daily hardships, offers a unique opportunity to force Putin into direct engagement.
- Kyiv's top priority involves addressing a "critical" shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, as Ukrainian officials urge partners to strengthen air defenses to reduce Russia's strike capabilities.
- Trump plans to present Zelensky with his vision for a peace agreement during the summit, while the U.S. president is also expected to contact Putin following the meeting.
- Russian attacks killed 31 people on July 2 and at least 19 more on July 6, while Ukrainian drones have repeatedly targeted Moscow, undermining the Kremlin's efforts to shield the capital.
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