President Donald Trump reportedly suggested to his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday that American control of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants could ensure the “best protection” in the future.
Ukraine’s President Zelensky asked President Trump for more missiles during their ceasefire talk phone call on Wednesday, a White House statement on the conversation revealed. The statement was signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz.
While much of what was said to have passed between the men was not novel and has been previously aired, one remarkable standout was Trump’s offer to take ownership of Ukraine’s nuclear plants.
“The two leaders also agreed on a partial ceasefire against energy … President Trump also discussed Ukraine’s electrical supply and nuclear power plants,” the readout stated, moving…