Yermak confirms Zelenskyy-Trump meeting likely at G7 summit in Canada

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will likely meet with US President Donald Trump during the G7 summit in Canada, according to the head of the President’s Office, Andriy Yermak. The summit takes place from June 15-17 in Kananaskis, Alberta.

Yermak revealed that a recent Ukrainian delegation visit to Washington served as preparation for the anticipated meeting between the two presidents.

“Our visit was preparation including for a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump on the margins of the G7 meeting in Canada, which will take place in 10 days. This was one of the important steps in preparing for this conversation,” Yermak said.

The Ukrainian delegation, headed by First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, met with approximately half of the Senate members and leaders of key committees in both chambers of the US Congress. During these meetings, Ukrainian officials explained Ukraine’s position on the war and sanctions against Russia.

According to Yermak, there is “clear understanding” in Congress of the need to support Ukraine. The delegation  reportedly detailed Kremlin’s true intentions regarding the continuation of the war to American partners.

The previous meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump occurred on 26 April in the Vatican, when dozens of world leaders attended the funeral of Pope Francis.

Regarding military assistance, Yermak said  that Ukraine is prepared to purchase weapons from the United States, though Congress believes Washington can continue providing military aid to Kyiv. The delegation emphasized Ukraine’s readiness for defense procurement while lawmakers expressed support for continued assistance.

The G7 summit represents the first formal meeting opportunity for Zelenskyy and Trump since the latter’s inauguration as US president in January 2025.