Ukrainian President Zelensky discussed with Trump the need for more defensive weapons, including Patriot missiles, to counter increased Russian attacks. Germany considers purchasing Patriot systems for Ukraine amid Russia's intensified drone strikes on civilian areas.

Russia launched 550 drones and missiles across Ukraine overnight in the largest aerial assault since the war began. The capital Kyiv was the primary target.

Ukraine said it struck a Russian air base on Saturday, while Russia continued to attack Ukraine with hundreds of drones overnight as part of a stepped-up bombing campaign that has dashed hopes for a breakthrough in efforts to end the more than 3-year-old war.