Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed optimism on Sunday about US President Donald Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan, suggesting it could serve as a blueprint for resolving the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Zelenskyy shared his thoughts during an interview with Fox News, emphasizing the potential of Trump's tactics in the Middle East to be applied to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into halting the war in Ukraine.

According to Anadolu Agency, Zelenskyy highlighted the significant impact of secondary sanctions on Russia, calling them "very painful" and urging Trump to endorse these measures. He noted the progress made by European countries in reducing their energy reliance on Russia, stating that Europe has decreased their energy contracts by 80% during the conflict. However, he pointed out that further efforts are necessary.

In relation to the US considering sending long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles to Kyiv, Zelenskyy mentioned ongoing discussions between the two nations. President Trump recently indicated he is nearing a decision on this matter, expressing interest in understanding the potential use and destination of these missiles. Zelenskyy assured that Ukraine would target military objectives exclusively, avoiding civilian casualties.

Russian President Putin has expressed concerns over the potential deployment of Tomahawks to Ukraine, warning that it could severely damage US-Russian relations and lead to a significant escalation in the conflict. Zelenskyy's comments came after his second phone call with Trump during the weekend, which he described as "very productive." The discussions focused on Ukraine's defense strategies and other relevant issues.

Furthermore, a Ukrainian delegation, including Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, Presidential Office head Andriy Yermak, and Sanctions Policy Commissioner Vladyslav Vlasiuk, is scheduled to visit the United States this week to further discuss these developments.