Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet Donald Trump in Washington next week following a significant shift in the Ukrainian leader's relationship with the U.S. president.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet Donald Trump in Washington next week, marking a notable shift in the relationship between the Ukrainian leader and the U.S. president. During a recent interview with right-wing influencer Laura Loomer, Zelenskyy noted that his rapport with Trump significantly improved following a "historic" 20-minute conversation at the Vatican in April 2025. The meeting comes as the administration seeks to resolve the ongoing conflict with Russia. While the administration's stance toward Ukraine was once characterized by hostility, recent developments suggest a warming of relations. Loomer, who previously amplified Russian propaganda, underwent a personal turnaround after experiencing an air raid in Kyiv. She praised the Kremlin's influence on Iran while advocating for a peace deal that breaks Russia's economy. Zelenskyy expressed his intention to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham before his talks with Trump. The administration announced that it remains poised to help end the "senseless war," though a quick path to a final deal remains under negotiation.

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