Trump satisfied with Zelensky call, suggests Patriot missiles still possible for Ukraine despite deliveries halt
In contrast, the US President expressed sharp frustration with Vladimir Putin after their phone call that preceded Zelenskyy’s, telling reporters the Russian leader rejected ceasefire discussions and “wants to continue killing people.”
Vira Kravchuk | 05/07/2025US President Donald Trump described his recent phone conversation with Vladimir Putin as “disappointing” while praising his follow-up call with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy as “very good and strategic.”
This comes as Russia intensified drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities and the US temporarily suspended some arms deliveries to Ukraine, including missiles for Patriot air defense systems, citing concerns that American stockpiles were running low. Despite peace talks in May and June, no ceasefire or peace agreement has been reached. Trump’s conversations with Putin and Zelenskyy reflect the stalled diplomatic efforts, with Putin showing no willingness to halt the war and Trump acknowledging the lack of breakthroughs.
Trump spoke with Zelenskyy on 4 July and told journalists aboard Air Force One that he was pleased with this recent conversation.
Zelenskyy described their discussion as a “very important and fruitful conversation” covering Ukraine’s air defense needs, joint defense production and “mutual procurement and investment.”
Trump echoed the positive tone, telling reporters: “I think it was a very good conversation, a very strategic conversation.”
What did Trump say about continued military aid? Despite the pause, he indicated support would resume: “We have been helping them and will continue to help.” However, it is unclear what kind of support he is referring to here.
When pressed specifically about Patriot air defense systems, Trump suggested the possibility remained open, responding “Yes, maybe” to questions about future deliveries. . .
https://euromaidanpress.com/2025/07/05/trump-satisfied-with-zelensky-call-suggests-patriot-missiles-still-possible-for-ukraine-despite-deliveries-halt/
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