KYIV
A framework economic deal with the United States is ready, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday, but security guarantees that Kyiv views as vital remain to be decided and a full agreement could hinge on talks in Washington as early as Friday.
The framework deal is a first step toward a comprehensive agreement that will be subject to ratification by Ukraine’s parliament, Zelensky said during a news conference in Kyiv.
Ukraine needs to know where the United States stands on its continued military support, Zelensky said.
He said expects to have a wide-ranging substantive conversation with US President Donald Trump during a visit to Washington.
“I want to coordinate with the US,” Zelensky said.
