Zelensky believes Ukraine's war with Russia will end faster under Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed confidence that the war with Russia will end more quickly with President-elect Donald Trump than under the current administration. He noted a recent positive phone call with Trump, discussing potential diplomatic efforts. Zelensky acknowledged the ongoing challenges on the battlefield, stating that Russia is making advances. He emphasized Ukraine's independence in negotiations and rejected any notion of simply listening to demands from Russia. Trump has criticized U.S. military aid to Ukraine and has promised to work towards a truce. Following his election victory, he spoke with both Zelensky and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who described Trump's views on the conflict as more nuanced than expected.