Zelensky then says there should be "no compromises" with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the negotiation of a peace deal.

He shows Trump pictures of war atrocities, and adds: "I think President Trump is on our side."

Trump says he and Zelensky are going to sign the US-proposed minerals deal with Ukraine during their joint news conference in the East Room of the White House - scheduled for 13:00 EST (18:00 GMT).

He describes the deal as "very fair".

Before President Zelensky arrived at the White House, President Trump - who waited briefly outside before greeting his Ukrainian counterpart - was asked by a reporter if he felt it was going to be a good meeting.

Trump gave no words in response, and flashed a thumbs-up instead.

(Source: BBC)