Trump's Independence Day greeting: US looks upon Ukrainians with admiration, confident in their prosperous future
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky reported receiving greetings from US President Donald Trump on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the restoration of Ukraine's independence, which was celebrated on Monday.
On the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine received a warm greeting from President Donald Trump of the United States. In a message of congratulations, Trump expressed admiration for the resilient spirit of Ukrainians and their prospects for a prosperous future as a sovereign nation.
The US President highlighted the enduring bond between the two countries, forged over 35 years of diplomatic relations, which have only grown stronger since Ukraine's independence in 1991. Trump praised the courageous and talented people of Ukraine for building a great nation despite the challenges they have faced.
In response to Trump's message, Zelensky shared the greeting on the social media platform X, emphasizing that the words of admiration lifted the spirits of the Ukrainian people and gave hope for a dignified peace that could be achieved. Trump also proposed the opportunity to end the conflict and build lasting peace, which he believed would unlock Ukraine's immense potential for generations to come.
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