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Trump isn't out to hurt Ukraine, Rubio tells Zelensky

Trump isn't out to hurt Ukraine, Rubio tells Zelensky

Summary

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Ukrainian President Zelensky that President Trump has not ordered any actions to harm Ukraine. The conversation aimed to ease tensions and clarify U.S. support ahead of upcoming peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and European countries.

Key Facts

  • Rubio spoke with Zelensky to say there are no U.S. restrictions on intelligence sharing or weapons sales to Ukraine.
  • A delay in sending Patriot missile interceptors is due to U.S. military needs, not a political decision to withhold support.
  • Rubio said missed warnings of Russian missile attacks on Ukraine were caused by technical problems, not U.S. orders.
  • President Trump is frustrated by the slow progress in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
  • Zelensky thanked Rubio and stressed Ukraine’s need for missile interceptors, early warning systems, and restored satellite communications.
  • White House envoy Steve Witkoff is leading new peace discussions in Oslo with European and Ukrainian leaders.
  • After Oslo meetings, Witkoff will travel to Russia to meet President Putin with a proposed peace plan.
  • The talks involve multiple European countries and organizations like the EU and NATO.
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