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Trump Escalates Attacks on Zelenskyy Amid Ukraine War Talks
The U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, labeling him a “dictator without elections” and accusing him of prolonging the conflict to continue receiving U.S. financial and military aid. These remarks come as Washington explores diplomatic solutions to end the ongoing war with Russia.
In a social media post on Truth Social, Trump condemned Zelenskyy for accepting U.S. funds while engaging in what he described as an unwinnable war. Later, speaking at an investment summit in Miami, Trump escalated his rhetoric, asserting that Zelenskyy had mismanaged the conflict, leading to devastating consequences for Ukraine.
Trump, a former television personality, further mocked Zelenskyy’s background as a comedian, alleging that he had convinced the U.S. to allocate $350 billion for a war that should never have begun. He suggested that the Ukrainian leader was motivated by financial incentives, implying that he wanted to maintain the flow of American aid.
During his Miami speech, Trump reiterated his stance, stating, “Zelenskyy better move fast, or he won’t have a country left.” He also claimed that his administration was making progress in negotiating a peace deal with Russia—an achievement he argued only he could accomplish.
Trump’s attacks follow Zelenskyy’s earlier remarks, where the Ukrainian leader accused the former U.S. president of echoing Russian disinformation. Analysts suggest that Trump’s harsh response stems from his well-known sensitivity to criticism.
The comments have sparked strong reactions, particularly from European leaders. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz rejected Trump’s claims, defending Zelenskyy’s legitimacy as Ukraine’s elected leader and emphasizing that elections during wartime would be unconstitutional.
Zelenskyy, in a recent statement, urged Western nations to remain vigilant against Russian manipulation and underscored the need for strong security guarantees before any peace negotiations. He also reiterated the critical role of U.S. support in Ukraine’s ability to resist Russian aggression.
As the war nears its third anniversary, uncertainty remains over potential diplomatic resolutions, with Ukraine still reliant on Western aid to continue its defense against Russia.
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