- Trump stated that the G7 had a 'very good' meeting with Zelenskiy.
- Trump emphasized that after his meeting with Zelensky, Russia should pursue a peace deal.
- Trump expressed his commitment to support Ukraine, stating, 'I’m going to do whatever I can'.
- Zelenskiy is hoping to impress upon Trump that Ukraine's fortunes have improved as he pushes for greater international support.
- Zelensky reported that more than 30,000 Russian soldiers were either killed or seriously wounded on the front lines in May.
- Trump lamented the death toll, stating that the two countries lost 35,000 soldiers combined last month.
- Trump added that he had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, with that conversation covering 'the same thing.'
- Zelenskyy said in a post on X that 'substantive meetings' were underway.
- Macron stated, 'Europeans are currently providing almost 100% of the aid to Ukraine.'
- In a statement at the G7 summit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa noted that the EU’s 90-billion-euro ($104.5 billion) loan package to Ukraine covers two-thirds of the country’s financing needs through 2027.
At the G7 summit, President Trump called for a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, stating, “Russia should make a deal.” He highlighted the significant losses on both sides, noting that 35,000 soldiers were lost last month alone.12346710
“They lose so many soldiers... Not since World War II has anything like this happened,” Trump remarked, emphasizing the urgency for resolution.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed optimism about U.S. support, particularly for air defense, stating that Trump was “very positive” about potential assistance.
Zelenskiy aims to secure greater international backing, as he noted, “substantive meetings” were underway at the summit.
French diplomatic sources indicated that G7 leaders are united in their support for Ukraine, with a focus on increasing pressure on Russia.
European leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, highlighted the EU's commitment, with a €90 billion ($104.5 billion) loan package covering two-thirds of Ukraine's financing needs through 2027.
Trump reiterated his commitment to aid Kyiv, stating, “I’m going to do whatever I can.”
“At the G7 summit, Trump highlighted the importance of a peace deal with Russia following discussions with Zelenskiy. The meeting focused on Ukraine's needs and international support.”
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