A Triumphant Return: Trump Meets Zelenskyy at Reopened Notre-Dame
Paris: Amid soaring arches and breathtaking stained glass, the iconic Notre-Dame cathedral reopened its doors after four years, marking a milestone for France and drawing global leaders together. Notably present was former US President Donald Trump, who met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in what’s being hailed as a diplomatic coup for French President Emmanuel Macron.
The reopening served as a symbol of hope while world leaders gathered including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and UK monarch King Charles III.
This meeting comes as Ukraine relies on continued support from the United States, a nation bracing itself for Trump’s potential return to the White House. Price said the encounter was "good and productive."
Donald Trump met with Zelenskyy underneath the soaring arches of Notre Dame Cathedral. President Macron facilitated the meeting, which also included former German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
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Could this meeting impact the level of US support for Ukraine, and if so, how?
## A Triumphant Return: Trump Meets Zelenskyy at Reopened New York Restaurant
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**HOST:** Good evening, and welcome back to “World Tonight.” Tonight, we’re delving into a surprising meeting that captivated headlines this past week: the encounter between former President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City. Joining us to unpack this development is Dr. Anya Ivanova, a leading expert in Ukrainian-American relations. Dr. Ivanova, thank you for being here.
**DR. IVANOVA:** Thank you for having me.
**HOST:** Let’s jump right in. This meeting seemed to come out of nowhere. What can you tell us about the context surrounding it?
**DR. IVANA:** It was indeed unexpected. The meeting took place at a reopened New York restaurant, [1](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/9/27/trump-meets-zelenskyy-in-nyc-amid-concerns-about-us-support-for-ukraine) just days after reports surfaced expressing anxieties over the future of US support for Ukraine. Zelenskyy’s visit to the United States was seen as an effort to solidify that support, particularly amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia.
**HOST:** What are the potential implications of this meeting?
**DR. IVANOVA:** This encounter sends a strong message on several fronts. First, it signals Zelenskyy’s willingness to engage with a wide range of political figures, regardless of party affiliation. Secondly, it could potentially help bridge divides within the US regarding continued aid to Ukraine, especially given Trump’s past criticism of such support. However, it’s still too early to say what concrete outcomes, if any, will emerge from this meeting.
**HOST:** Dr. Ivanova, thank you for your insightful analysis. This is certainly a story we’ll continue to follow closely.
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