Zelensky says ready to meet Putin anytime; Trump backs Patriot missile licenses for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is ready to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at any time, following talks with Donald Trump, and suggested the White House chief of staff could help organize a trilateral meeting. Zelensky stressed that dialogue is necessary despite "hatred" and criticized talks that produce no action, saying leaders must meet and speak to end the war. He also said Trump is "positive" on granting Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot missiles. Zelensky noted negotiations with manufacturer RTX are underway and production in Ukraine could take about a year and a half. He emphasized Ukraine will need its own missile production for the future, while still counting on Patriots.