Donald Trump stated that Volodymyr Zelenskyy could end the Russia-Ukraine war quickly. He suggested Ukraine should not pursue NATO membership. Trump also mentioned Crimea's annexation under Barack Obama. Several European leaders are expected to visit the White House. This visit occurs before Zelenskyy's meeting with European leaders and NATO. Concerns arose after Trump met Vladimir Putin without Zelenskyy's presence.
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