President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Truth Social, calling him a dictator without elections. Trump claimed Zelenskyy’s low approval ratings and accused him of playing former President Joe Biden. Zelenskyy canceled an election in 2024 due to the ongoing war with Russia. However, a poll showed that 57% of Ukrainians trust Zelenskyy, despite Trump’s claims.
Zelenskyy dismissed Trump’s comments as Russian disinformation and stated that Trump lives in a disinformation space. Trump’s recent remarks, including blaming Ukraine for the conflict with Russia, and negotiating with Russia without Ukrainian involvement, have shocked Ukraine and its allies. The US has provided significant support to aid Ukraine in defending against Russian invasion.
US officials met with Russian counterparts in Saudi Arabia to discuss ending the war, excluding Ukraine and other European countries. French President Emmanuel Macron held a separate meeting with European leaders. Trump claimed credit for attempting to end the conflict and suggested that Zelenskyy wants to continue receiving aid.
Trump’s assertion that Ukraine is responsible for the conflict echoes Putin’s rhetoric. He suggested that Ukraine could have made a deal to avoid the conflict. Trump’s comments have shifted the US stance on Russia and Ukraine, causing concern among allies. Overall, Trump’s controversial statements have raised tensions in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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