Former US President Donald Trump has expressed his backing for Ukraine during a discussion with President Volodymyr Zelensky, stating his desire to end the conflict with Russia, according to an interview with Indian reporters shared by Zelensky on his social media platform on Sunday.

Trump, currently a Republican presidential nominee, is engaged in a close contest with Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the November 5 US election. He has previously warned of potential US withdrawal from NATO and indicated he would not support allies who fail to boost their defense spending.