Trump says he will do business with Ukraine and Russia after the war

Washington's stance on post-war cooperation

President of the United States Donald Trump voiced his opinion on future economic relations between the US and countries currently at war. Responding to a journalist's question, he confirmed Washington's intention to do business with both sides of the conflict after its conclusion.

«Ні, мені нема чого сказати з цього приводу, крім того, що звичайно, я вестиму бізнес з Україною і, думаю, з Росією після закінчення цієї війни» (No, I have nothing to say on this matter, except that of course, I will do business with Ukraine and, I think, with Russia after the end of this war), the White House chief emphasised.

Prospects for a first family visit to Kyiv

His wife, US First Lady Melania Trump, was present at the public appearance alongside the President. During the press interaction, one media representative asked whether a visit to Ukraine was planned. Melania responded: «Побачимо» (We will see).

However, Donald Trump immediately reinforced this answer, adding that such a visit could take place.

Contacts with Elon Musk

A separate block of questions concerned possible consultations between the US President and billionaire Elon Musk regarding the situation in Ukraine. Journalists likely referred to issues related to the Starlink satellite internet. Donald Trump confirmed that such talks had taken place but refused to disclose their details to the public.