According to Zelensky, Trump rightly urged the illegitimate Russian president Vladimir Putin to reach a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine; otherwise, Russia faces even greater economic pressure.
"This is exactly what Putin fears. He doesn't want a strong Trump supporting Ukraine because that would mean a strong Ukraine," said the Ukrainian president.
He also called for increased international pressure on Putin, particularly from China.
Zelensky pointed out that Putin is not afraid of Europe, which is why Ukraine needs stronger guarantees from the US.
"If President Trump has the will to make Putin come to the table for peace, he can do it," he stated.