On October 18, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope in an NBC interview that Donald Trump would reconsider his decisions regarding Ukraine, which he believes are mistakes. Zelensky noted that such decisions would not benefit either Ukraine or the United States.
Zelensky's Statements about Trump
The President of Ukraine emphasized that he wants to trust the U.S. president and hopes that Trump will remain an ally of Ukraine. He believes that a change in Trump's position could positively affect the situation.
Consequences for Ukraine
Zelensky also pointed out that if the U.S. officially takes a position on the side of Russia, it will complicate the situation for Ukraine. He stressed that:
- “We will not be able to win”;
- “We will not be able to stand firm.”
The Importance of U.S. Support
The President of Ukraine urged Trump to remain neutral or support Ukraine, as this will determine the country's further struggle. He also indicated that for three days, Ukraine had not received intelligence data from the U.S., including information about ballistic missile launches.