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The President of the United States, Donald Trump, responded harshly to his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodímir Zelenski, who stated this Sunday that a "deal to end the war is still very, very far away", emphasizing that any future solution should involve the participation of the United States.
Zelenski's words were not well received by Donald Trump, who stated that the Ukrainian leader's stance does not help reach a solution to the conflict.
On his platform, Truth Social, the U.S. president described the statements as "the worst statement Zelensky could have made", and issued a warning: "The United States will not tolerate it for much longer!".
Trump also suggested that Zelensky has no intentions of seeking peace as long as he has Western support.
"This guy doesn’t want there to be peace as long as he has the backing of the United States and Europe," he added.
"Zelenski wants an eternal war, a meat grinder that never stops. That's perverse," Elon Musk pointed out on X.
During a press conference in London, where he participated in a summit organized by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to reinforce European support for Ukraine, Zelensky emphasized the importance of cooperation with Washington, even amid the political uncertainty in the U.S.
"I believe that our relationship (with the United States) will continue, because it is more than just an occasional relationship," noted the Ukrainian president, highlighting the alliance that his country has maintained with the North American power since the beginning of the Russian invasion.
Additionally, he emphasized that "Ukraine has a strong enough partnership with the United States of America" to ensure the continuity of military and financial support, despite recent tensions with former President Donald Trump.
Zelensky made these statements in the context of increasing international pressure to explore possible diplomatic solutions to the conflict.
When asked about a new European initiative to achieve peace, he responded cautiously: "We are discussing the first steps today, and therefore, until they are on paper, I would prefer not to speak about them in great detail."
However, he insisted that any resolution should adhere to certain fundamental principles: "The peace we envision for the future must be just, honest, and, most importantly, sustainable."
These tensions arise at a time when the White House has expressed its desire for Zelensky to show greater willingness to consider possible concessions to end the fighting.
Nevertheless, the Ukrainian leader has resisted those pressures, insisting on the need for security guarantees from Washington.
As the war in Ukraine drags on and diplomatic pressures mount, the statements from Zelensky and the reaction from Trump reflect the growing uncertainty surrounding the role of the United States in the conflict and the future of Ukrainian resistance.
On the other hand, Zelensky stated this Sunday that he is ready to sign an agreement with the United States regarding the mineral resources of his country.
The statement took place during the London Summit, where Ukraine received the support of its European partners in seeking conditions for a ceasefire with security guarantees.
Zelenski expressed his willingness to meet again with the U.S. President, Donald Trump, to finalize the agreement that had been suspended after a tense debate in the White House last week.
During an interview with the British press before leaving the United Kingdom, the Ukrainian leader acknowledged that his confrontation with Trump and Vice President JD Vance did not contribute to peace, although he refused to apologize for his stance.
"I wanted Ukraine's position to be clear and unambiguous," Zelenski emphasized and confirmed that, if both parties are ready, the signing of the agreement will take place soon.
Frequently asked questions about the tensions between Zelenski and Trump
Why did Donald Trump criticize Volodymyr Zelensky?
Donald Trump criticized Volodymyr Zelensky because he believes that his statements about the war do not contribute to reaching a solution to the conflict. Trump stated that Zelensky is not seeking peace while he has Western support and described the actions of the Ukrainian president as harmful to the peace process.
What does Zelensky think about the relationship with the United States?
Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the importance of cooperation with Washington, stating that his relationship with the United States is more than occasional and will continue despite the tensions with Trump. He trusts that the alliance with the U.S. is strong enough to ensure continued support, even amidst political uncertainties.
What role does the United States play in the war in Ukraine?
The United States plays a crucial role in military and financial support for Ukraine during the conflict with Russia. However, the recent tensions between Zelenski and Trump have created uncertainty about the future of this support. The Trump administration has expressed its desire for Ukraine to show more willingness to make potential concessions to end the fighting.
What is Zelensky's stance on a peace agreement?
Zelenski has insisted that any resolution to the conflict must adhere to fundamental principles of justice, honesty, and sustainability. He rejects negotiations that exclude Ukraine and has emphasized the need for security guarantees from his allies, particularly the United States, for any peace agreement.
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