Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid fallout from a confrontation with Donald Trump over Ukraine’s invasion by Russia. European leaders planned a summit to discuss Russia and a peace plan for Ukraine, with efforts led by Starmer and French President Macron to maintain U.S. support for Ukraine. Most European countries supported Ukraine, while differences with Washington were exposed publicly. Zelenskyy, respected by European leaders, insisted on security guarantees in a minerals deal to end the war. Trump accused Zelenskyy of disrespect and gambling with World War III, leading to a public disagreement and Zelenskyy thanking America for its support. Despite Trump’s criticism, Zelenskyy remained firm in his stance during a Fox News interview. He expressed gratitude for U.S. assistance and stressed the importance of freedom and justice. The Department of Defense reported significant appropriations for Ukraine’s defense, although Trump claimed a higher figure. European leaders emphasized the necessity of supporting Ukraine in its fight for dignity, independence, and the security of Europe. The confrontation highlighted tensions within the transatlantic alliance and raised questions about the future of U.S. relations with Russia and Ukraine.
Note: The image is for illustrative purposes only and is not the original image associated with the presented article. Due to copyright reasons, we are unable to use the original images. However, you can still enjoy the accurate and up-to-date content and information provided.
