President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky believes that after the end of the war, Donald Trump can become the first world leader to fly to Kiev. This, according to the Ukrainian leader, would be a "symbolic important" gesture that will emphasize the victory of Ukraine and support the international community.
Zelensky expressed his opinion during an interview with the American Podcaster Lex Friedman, who invited the President of Ukraine to talk in his popular podcast. Volodymyr Zelensky noted that although Kyiv Airport will remain closed due to fighting, he hopes to open it in the future when the war is completed. "I hope that the airport in Kiev opens, and then it will be easier to fly to Ukraine," said Lex Friedman, hinting at the possibility of future visits of foreign leaders. Zelensky, in turn, emphasized that Donald Trump, given its influence and status, could be the first of the world leaders to visit Ukraine after the war. "Yes, I think the war will end - and President Trump will be able to be the first leader to come here by plane. It seems to me that it would be symbolic," Zelensky said.
This comment became part of a major interview in which Zelensky also refused to comply with Friedman's request in Russian. Given that both interlocutors are fluent in this language, Friedman suggested using it to interview more dynamic. However, the Ukrainian president has decided that communication in Ukrainian would be more appropriate, emphasizing the importance of linguistic identity for Ukraine in a war with Russia.
It should be reminded that during another interview, which took place on January 2 on a single TV mapping, Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed his intention to meet the newly elected President of the United States Donald Trump after his inauguration. The President of Ukraine stated that one of the main topics of this meeting will relate to the conditions for ceasefire and security in the post -conflict period.
It is clear that the visit of high -profile international leaders as Trump can be an important step towards international recognition of Ukraine's stability and security after the war.
