Chancellor Merz and President Zelenski had a video conference with Donald Trump, discussing peace in Ukraine and the summit in Alaska.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski spoke with Donald Trump ahead of the Russia-US summit in Alaska, expressing optimism about a possible peace in Ukraine. Merz described the conversation as constructive, emphasizing that Trump shares the positions of the Europeans. The leaders discussed the need for a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine. Zelenski insisted that any discussion about Ukraine must involve the country and its people. Reactions from the EU and NATO were positive, emphasizing unity in support of Ukraine.