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Trump-Zelensky Rift Deepens Over Ukraine Peace Talks and U.S. Aid

A heated Oval Office exchange and critical remarks have escalated tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine, prompting European leaders to rally in support of Kyiv.

  • President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky clashed during a contentious Oval Office meeting, derailing a proposed minerals-for-aid deal and straining U.S.-Ukraine relations.
  • Trump accused Zelensky of being ungrateful for U.S. support and labeled him a 'dictator without elections,' though he later downplayed the comments.
  • European leaders convened in London to form a 'coalition of the willing,' aiming to broker a Ukraine peace plan and reduce reliance on U.S. leadership.
  • The Trump administration has signaled a potential reduction in military aid to Ukraine, raising concerns about Kyiv's ability to sustain its defense against Russia.
  • Zelensky has expressed willingness to repair relations with the U.S. while emphasizing the importance of continued American and European support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
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