The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, commented that the relationship between the United States and Europe should not be damaged because Donald Trump was elected as the president of the United States. He hopes America will be stronger.

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At a meeting of European leaders in Budapest, Zelensky also said that America needs a strong Europe. The relationship between allies should not end.

Earlier on Wednesday, Zelensky called Trump to congratulate him after the US presidential election became clear.

Zelenskiy said, "We have agreed to increase cooperation between the two countries and continue discussions." Strong US leadership is critical to world peace.