Trump and Zelenskyy Forge New Defense Pact | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Trump and Zelenskyy’s high-stakes meeting signals a turning point in the Ukraine-Russia war, as Ukraine gains the green light to manufacture U.S. Patriot missiles domestically — a strategic shift aimed at reducing reliance on U.S. shipments while bolstering Ukraine’s defense. Trump praised Ukraine’s bold drone strikes into Russia, calling them a wake-up call for Putin, while both leaders expressed optimism that peace is nearer than many think. Despite a rocky past — including Zelenskyy’s walkout from a February 2025 White House meeting — the pair reaffirmed their commitment to finding a…