Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump’s public support for efforts to shorten the timeline to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Writing on social media platform X, Zelenskyy said Trump had shown “expressed determination” at a crucial time.
“Clear stance and expressed determination by Trump– right on time, when a lot can change through strength for real peace,” Zelenskyy said. “I thank President Trump for his focus on saving lives and stopping this horrible war,” he added.
Today, there was an extremely significant statement by President Trump. And it is true: it is Russia who is doing everything to undermine peace efforts and drag out the war. Every night there are strikes, constant Russian attempts to hurt Ukraine. Indeed, peace is possible if we… pic.twitter.com/fIWyGkHF0q
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) July 28, 2025
In his nightly video message, Zelenskyy said Trump’s latest statement was “particularly significant” because it came while Russia continues to launch attacks on Ukrainian cities.
“Russia’s constant attempts to inflict pain on Ukraine make such support important,” he said.
Zelenskyy also said that strong sanctions against Russia remained essential in any peace efforts.
“Russia pays attention to sanctions, pays attention to such losses,” he said. “Ukraine is ready to work productively with the United States, to work with President Trump to end this war with dignity and a secure, lasting peace.”
