Zelenskyy dismisses Trump pressure claims, calls U.S. ties 'normal' amid Russian attack causing blackouts and deaths.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is not afraid of former U.S. President Donald Trump, calling the U.S.-Ukraine relationship "normal" and "businesslike" despite past tensions. He dismissed claims of a heated White House meeting, called it constructive, and credited King Charles III with helping improve communication. Zelenskyy denied reports that Trump pressured Ukraine to accept Russian terms, stressing continued U.S. support is vital. Meanwhile, Russia launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts affecting around 100,000 people, at least four deaths, and raising fears of prolonged winter disruptions.