Diplomatic Deterioration
criticized Ukrainian President , calling him a "dictator without elections" and questioning his ability to settle the war, while Zelenskyy accused Trump of operating in a "disinformation space" and urged for truthfulness from Trump's team.
The exchange escalated following Trump's remarks that seemingly blamed Ukraine for the war and suggested Zelenskyy could have ended it years ago, contrary to the and 's stance on Russia's unprovoked aggression.
International Reactions and Future Talks
Amidst the diplomatic spat, expressed a desire to meet with Trump, highlighting the significance of the recent U.S.-Russia talks in aimed at restoring Russia-U.S. relations, despite Ukraine's exclusion from these discussions.
Global leaders and allies reacted with concern to Trump's comments, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to dictate the terms of peace and underscoring the aggressor's identity as . The U.S. and Europe remain vigilant about the implications of shifting U.S. foreign policy.