Zelensky says Ukraine, U.S. preparing for talks on Friday

KIEV, Feb. 26 (Xinhua) -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday that U.S. and Ukrainian teams are preparing for negotiations on Friday.

In his evening address, Zelensky said he will meet U.S. President Donald Trump.

The minerals partnership agreement, support for Ukraine and security guarantees will be on the agenda of the potential meeting, Zelensky said.

"It is important to me and to all of us around the world that the U.S.'s aid is not stopped. Strength is essential on the path to peace," he said. ■