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This notable shift coincided with Trump's recent meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during the UN General Assembly, a session that reportedly went better than their previous encounter earlier in the year which was marred by a public spat. Trump’s praise for Zelensky as a "brave man" and his apparent support for Ukraine’s military resilience hinted at a possible strategic pivot.
However, Trump remained non-committal on his personal stance towards Putin, asserting, "I'll let you know in about a month from now," a typical evasive response that leaves room for future recalibration. His words, nonetheless, have provided Ukraine and its supporters with an encouraging signal amidst the difficult war.