Zelensky expresses hope for quicker end to war under potential Trump presidency

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed confidence that the war with Russia will "end sooner" under a Trump presidency. He noted a positive conversation with Trump after his election victory, without revealing any specific demands from Trump regarding negotiations with Russia. Zelensky emphasized the need for Ukraine to pursue diplomatic solutions to end the conflict, which he described as difficult, with Russian forces making advances. He mentioned that US law restricts him from meeting Trump until after the inauguration in January. Despite a complicated history, Trump has claimed a good relationship with Zelensky. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz described Trump's views on the war as "more nuanced" than expected after their recent conversation. The US has been a major arms supplier to Ukraine since the start of the conflict.