A White House official confirmed Wednesday that there is currently no meeting scheduled between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former U.S. President Donald Trump.
The clarification comes amid speculation that the two leaders might meet as the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches. The absence of a scheduled engagement highlights continuing uncertainty about future U.S. policy toward Ukraine, particularly given debates in Congress over additional assistance and the lingering political sensitivities from past interactions between Trump and Kyiv.
European allies and NATO partners are watching U.S. political developments closely, since shifts in Washington's stance could affect future aid packages and defense planning for Ukraine. The Biden administration has continued to support Ukraine, but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have raised questions that could shape funding decisions.
Attempts to reach representatives for both Trump and Zelenskyy were unsuccessful Wednesday. The White House declined to provide further details beyond confirming that no meeting is set. The official spoke on condition of anonymity.