Connect with us

CELEBRITIES

Zelensky says Trump’s backing is ‘crucial’ after US president berated him at White House

Published

on

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says US support is “crucial” a day after cutting short a visit to Washington DC following an extraordinary public argument with Donald Trump.

A meeting intended to discuss a natural resources deal imploded, with Trump and Vice President JD Vance berating the Ukrainian leader in front of reporters in the Oval Office. At one point, when Zelensky tried to respond, an angry Trump accused him of “gambling with World War III.”

 

 

A Europe already rattled by Trump’s overtures to Russia’s President Vladimir Putin quickly rallied around Zelensky, with the European Union’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, saying in a statement that it’s “clear that the free world needs a new leader.”

On Saturday, Zelensky appeared conciliatory when he posted on social media after arriving in London to meet UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

“It’s crucial for us to have President Trump’s support,” Zelensky said in a series of posts on X on Saturday morning. “He wants to end the war, but no one wants peace more than we do.”
Zelensky emphasized his gratitude for the US’ backing of Ukraine in the three years since Russia invaded his country.

In Friday’s fiery exchange, Vance questioned whether the Ukrainian leader had been thankful enough for US support.

“We are very grateful to the United States for all the support. I’m thankful to President Trump, Congress for their bipartisan support, and American people. Ukrainians have always appreciated this support, especially during these three years of full-scale invasion,” Zelensky reiterated in his posts on social media.

The Ukrainian leader stressed that, despite Friday’s clash, Ukraine and the US “remain strategic partners. But we need to be honest and direct with each other to truly understand our shared goals.”

He said that Ukraine is ready to sign the minerals agreement that he had traveled to the US to hammer out, but noted that “it’s not enough,” highlighting the absence of the security guarantees he’s been seeking.

“We need more than just that. A ceasefire without security guarantees is dangerous for Ukraine. We’ve been fighting for three years, and Ukrainian people need to know that America is on our side,” Zelensky said.

Starmer told Zelensky Saturday that Ukraine has the UK’s “full backing” as they met at the British leader’s official residence in London. The two leaders signed an agreement to accelerate $2.8 billion worth of loans to Ukraine – to be paid off by frozen sovereign Russian assets.

Zelensky also announced that King Charles had accepted an invitation to meet on Sunday.
Zelensky’s UK trip comes ahead of a summit of European leaders on Sunday, which was announced amid growing concern that the Trump administration’s push to work with Russia could exclude Ukraine from deciding its own fate.

Just last week, Trump wrongly accused Ukraine of starting the war with Russia and called Zelensky a “dictator.” The week before, he said that Ukraine “may be Russian someday” when discussing what has now become the minerals agreement.

Russian officials reacted with glee to Friday’s fractious meeting. Dmitry Medvedev, the former Russian president, said Zelensky had “finally got a proper slap down in the Oval Office.”

Meanwhile, a flurry of Western countries took to X to show their staunch support for Kyiv.

A joint statement by the leaders of the European Union, said that Zelensky’s “dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people.”

NATO chief Mark Rutte called the fractious Zelensky-Trump meeting “very unfortunate.” In an interview with BBC News, Rutte added that “it is important that President Zelensky finds a way to restore his relationship with the American president and with the senior American leadership team.”

Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

NFL15 hours ago

Donna Kelce drops massive Travis and Taylor Swift baby hint on social media

NEWS19 hours ago

THIS JUST HAPPENED: Karoline Leavitt KICKED OFF Jimmy Kimmel Live! After EXPLPOSING Shocking Secrets That Could DESTROY Jimmy Kimmel’s Career! In an unbelievable live TV moment, Karoline Leavitt was abruptly kicked off Jimmy Kimmel Live! after dropping explosive secrets that could ruin Kimmel’s career. What began as a typical interview quickly turned into pure chaos when Leavitt, unflinching and fearless, exposed hidden truths that caught everyone off guard. The tension in the… Detail 👇

ROYAL FAMILY20 hours ago

“We are deeply saddened to announce…” King Charles choked up with tears as he announced that another royal family member has been diagnosed with the same illness as him. Upon hearing the news, the British people surprisingly “applauded” because… See more below 👇👇👇

ROYAL FAMILY1 day ago

5 MINS AGO! Princess Kate Makes HUGE Announcement! She FINALLY Revealed Her Kind Of Cancer. The entire nation of England erupted in joyous applause… See more below 👇👇👇

ROYAL FAMILY2 days ago

Royal Tragedy! William breaks down in tears as he announces that his brother Harry has been urgently hospitalized in the US and has been diagnosed with the royal family’s genetic condition, which is…” See more below 👇👇👇

ROYAL FAMILY2 days ago

SAD! Prince George and his two younger siblings share a “sad message” about their mother, Kate Middleton: “I thought mom had recovered, but the doctor just informed us that she has…” See more below 👇👇👇

NFL2 days ago

Travis Kelce reveals the reason why he chose not to retire following the Chiefs’ Super Bowl heartbreak

NEWS2 days ago

Jennifer Lopez’s Engagement Is Official—But Who Is the Lucky Man? JLo’s Engagement Is Official—Wait Until You See Who She’s Tied the Knot With!”

NEWS3 days ago

BELIEVE IT: Elon Musk suddenly wants to adopt one of Patrick Mahomes’ children and will raise the child with special privileges that no… 𝓕𝓾𝓵𝓵 𝓢𝓽𝓸𝓻𝔂 𝐂ʜᴇcƙ 👇

ROYAL FAMILY3 days ago

“Pope Francis’ last words before his passing will make you cry — the whole world was in tears: ‘I am deeply sorry for…'” See more below 👇👇👇

ROYAL FAMILY3 days ago

Breaking News: William Publicly Reveals Evidence of Diana’s Accident That Broke the Heart of the Entire Nation: “The Police Found Diana’s Pearl Under the Pillow of…” See more below 👇👇👇

ROYAL FAMILY4 days ago

Pray for Kate! William bowed his head and revealed the name of the ‘type of cancer’ Kate is suffering from: ‘I apologize for keeping this secret, it is…'” See more below 👇👇👇

Copyright © 2024 UKtalkin