Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that his conversation with US President Donald Trump, which took place the day before, has been the best and most productive in the history of communication between the leaders.

Source : Zelenskyy in his evening address on 5 July

Quote : "We discussed the issue of air defence. I am grateful for the willingness to help. Patriot [air defence system] is the key to protection against ballistic missiles."

Details : Zelenskyy said that he and Trump also discussed several other important issues, which will be worked out in detail by the teams of the two countries at further meetings in the near future.

Background :

• On the afternoon of 4 July, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a telephone conversation.
• Axios notes that Trump allegedly said that he wants to help Ukraine with air defence and will check which aid was suspended.
• Zelenskyy publicly reported that he discussed the situation at the front and the supply of air defence equipment, as well as joint defence production, with the American president.
• US President Donald Trump said he was pleased with his conversation with Volodymyr Zelensky on 4 July.