Zelensky announces meeting with Trump next week

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced this in his nightly video address, Ukrinform reports.

The head of state noted that Ukraine is preparing for a very intense week of diplomacy.

"We can achieve a lot if our partners hear us and support proposals that truly bring the end of the war closer. There will be the UN General Assembly week -- various events and meetings. Nearly 20 meetings with leaders from all over the world are already on the schedule -- with long-standing supporters of Ukraine as well as our new partners. The first meetings will take place tomorrow. We are also planning a meeting this week with the President of the United States of America," he said.

Zelensky also announced a global summit dedicated to the return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.

"It is important that this week adds determination to the world for strong actions -- without strength, peace will not prevail," he said.

The 80th session of the UN General Assembly opened on September 9 under the presidency of Annalena Baerbock. The high-level week will run from September 23 to 29, bringing together around 100 presidents and more than 40 prime ministers. The Ukrainian delegation will be led by President Volodymyr Zelensky.