Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated US President Donald Trump on his inauguration for a second term in the White House. 'Today is a day of change and also a day of hope for the resolution of many problems, including global challenges,' Zelenskyy said in a statement on X on Monday. Describing Trump as 'always decisive,' Zelenskyy said the 'peace through strength' policy he announced provides an opportunity to bolster US leadership and achieve a long-term and just peace.

According to Anadolu Agency, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of collaboration in shaping the current century to ensure it is successful for democracies. He expressed Ukraine's eagerness for active and mutually beneficial cooperation with the US, highlighting that they are 'stronger together.' Trump has consistently stressed the need to end Russia's war in Ukraine, which has continued since February 2022.