Zelenskyy discusses Ukraine war with Trump, congratulates him on 80th birthday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump on Friday, extending birthday wishes as the American leader turned 80. The conversation, described as "quite rich," covered topics ranging from the birthday greeting to diplomacy, war, and peace, according to Ukrainian presidential advisor Dmytro Lytvyn.

The discussion lasted between 30 and 35 minutes. Zelenskyy and Trump are expected to engage in further dialogue on Tuesday, as both leaders are participating in the same working meeting at the G7 summit in France. The summit is anticipated to address key global issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

This exchange highlights the continued diplomatic engagement between Ukraine and key international partners, even as the war impacts the nation. The planned follow-up conversation at the G7 summit underscores the importance of coordinated international efforts in addressing the conflict and seeking pathways to peace.

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The conversation was quite rich, from birthday wishes to diplomacy, war, and peace.