Trump brushed off his previous comment calling Zelenskyy a dictator, stating “I can’t believe I said that”.
President Trump and President Zelenskyy will sign a minerals deal at the White House today. This comes after Trump softened his stance towards Zelenskyy, downplaying a previous comment where he called him a "dictator," and expressing respect for the Ukrainian President. The deal, which would give the US access to Ukrainian natural resources, is seen as necessary by Trump to recoup US aid to Ukraine. While details are limited, Zelenskyy sees it as a framework for broader agreements. Trump has refused to offer security guarantees despite pressure from allies.