Zelensky reveals outcomes of US visit, plans sanctions talks with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced agreements with US senators following a meeting in New York on September 22, including closer cooperation on anti-Russian sanctions and presenting de-escalation proposals to be discussed with US President Donald Trump. Zelensky stated on Telegram that the teams would work more closely on sanctions and that he briefed senators on de-escalation proposals for talks with Trump. Discussions also covered Ukraine's need for Patriot missile defense systems, which he called "irreplaceable." The Zelensky-Trump meeting is scheduled for September 22 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, with one hour allocated for talks. Ukrainian officials have expressed high expectations for the meeting.