UPDATE 1739 GMT:Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is “deeply satisfied” with “the unity of purpose” in the call with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, European colleagues, and Donald Trump, says her office. UPDATE 1453 GMT:Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky added in remarks in Berlin:It seems to me that the success of any talks depends first of all on the results. “Europe stands ready to support this and will continue to work alongside President Trump and President Zelenskyy for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. UPDATE 1434 GMT:Alongside Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says a ceasefire must be the first step towards a lasting arrangement ending Russia’s invasion. ORIGINAL ENTRY: Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has highlighted Vladimir Putin’s “personal victory” in face-to-face talks with Donald Trump scheduled for Friday in Alaska.