Zelensky urges Trump to bring Xi into Ukraine peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged US President Donald Trump during Tuesday's talks to include Chinese President Xi Jinping in peace negotiations, citing Xi's influence over Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump is scheduled to meet with Xi on Wednesday. Zelensky stated he openly told Trump that involving Xi is crucial to ending the war, emphasizing the need for round-the-clock efforts. It remains unclear if Ukraine will be a topic at the Trump-Xi summit, though Reuters reports Taiwan's defense support will be a key issue for Beijing. China is expected to pressure Trump to halt arms sales to Taiwan, which the US is legally obligated to provide. Zelensky also said he is prepared for direct personal talks with Putin, according to Ukrainskaya Pravda.