Bessent, Ukrainian PM Meet Ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko on Tuesday in Washington, ahead of President Trump’s Friday meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to reinforce America’s commitment to Ukraine and tighten pressure on Russia.

According to a Treasury Department release, the meeting underscored “the United States’ unwavering support for Ukrainian sovereignty” and “dedication to securing a lasting, durable peace.” 

The statement said Bessent thanked Svyrydenko for her “continued support of the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund” and “noted the importance of regular U.S.-Ukraine engagements as part of this vital partnership.”

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