Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged global leaders to make a choice between siding with Russian President Vladimir Putin or advocating for peace, in light of recent criticisms from U.S. President Donald Trump.

In his daily address on Wednesday, Zelensky announced an upcoming meeting with U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg and expressed his optimism for a positive dialogue with the United States.

This follows President Trump’s characterization of Zelensky as a 'dictator without elections' and accusations of him misappropriating U.S. aid, comments that have faced backlash from European leaders and U.S. Congressional members.

In response, European nations have committed to enhancing their defense budgets and reiterated their dedication to Ukraine’s sovereignty.

Simultaneously, U.S. envoy Kellogg has arrived in Kyiv for talks with President Zelensky, highlighting the significance of U.S. security assurances in preventing further Russian aggression.

The situation remains precarious as Ukraine nears the third anniversary of Russia's invasion, amidst ongoing discussions regarding the future of international support and diplomatic initiatives.