Investing.com -- In a recent social media post, President Trump responded to a statement by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy concerning the ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelenskyy had previously stated that the conclusion of the war was "very, very far away," a comment that sparked criticism from the American leader. Trump expressed his dissatisfaction, stating that America would not tolerate such the situation for much longer.
Trump’s full comment was as follows: "This is the worst statement that could have been made by Zelenskyy, and America will not put up with it for much longer! It is what I was saying, this guy doesn’t want there to be Peace as long as he has America’s backing and, Europe, in the meeting they had with Zelenskyy, stated flatly that they cannot do the job without the U.S. – Probably not a great statement to have been made in terms of a show of strength against Russia. What are they thinking?"
Prior to this, Zelenskyy had expressed his belief that despite recent tensions, the relationship between the U.S. and Ukraine would continue. He cited the support Ukraine has received from the U.S. over the past three years of conflict. "I believe that Ukraine has a strong enough partnership with the United States of America" to keep aid flowing, Zelenskyy said before departing London.
Despite the diplomatic turmoil with Western countries that have been providing Ukraine with military equipment and financial aid, Zelenskyy remained optimistic. This assistance is crucial for Ukraine, as its military, currently understaffed, struggles to hold off the larger Russian forces.
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