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Zelensky Thanks Trump, Kyiv Monument Shines Patriotic Colors

7/5/2026

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The Motherland Monument in Kyiv was illuminated in red, white and blue on July 4.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4 about the war and upcoming NATO talks in Turkey.
Zelenskiy described the conversation as “very good” and said American resolve is crucial to ending the conflict.
He thanked the United States for its assistance and praised “American hearts” that support Ukraine’s future.

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The Motherland Monument in Kyiv was illuminated in red, white and blue on July 4.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on July 4 about the war and upcoming NATO talks in Turkey.
Zelenskiy described the conversation as “very good” and said American resolve is crucial to ending the conflict.
He thanked the United States for its assistance and praised “American hearts” that support Ukraine’s future.