Washington, D.C. August 18: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House today for a high-stakes meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. President Trump personally welcomed Zelenskyy at the White House. He also praised his suit, saying "Nice Suit." Zelenskyy also thanked the US President for his peace efforts.
The visit comes at a crucial time, shortly after Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, which has already drawn global attention.
Zelensky has finally arrived at the White House wearing a suit.
— Emilia Henderson (@Emilia__writes) August 18, 2025
Will he actually choose peace today, or will European leaders sabotage Trump’s peace process? pic.twitter.com/dunbONZ7lR
According to reports, a short while before Zelenskyy’s arrival, several European leaders also reached Washington, signaling the possibility of wider multilateral discussions. The presence of multiple international leaders underscores the heightened diplomatic activity in the US capital.
While the specific agenda of the Trump–Zelenskyy meeting has not been made public, the timing suggests that regional security, US–Ukraine relations and the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict are to dominate the talks. Analysts also expect discussions on military aid, sanctions on Russia and efforts to strengthen NATO coordination.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Arrives In Washington Ahead Of Donald Trump Meeting, Calls For ‘Lasting Peace’ With RussiaThe back-to-back meetings highlight Washington’s central role in global diplomacy at a moment of intense geopolitical tension. With Europe closely watching, today’s engagements are expected to shape the next steps in the West’s united response to Russian aggression and Ukraine’s defense needs.
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