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Zelensky Seeks Stronger US Support After Fiery Meeting with Trump

Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized the need for US support and security guarantees after a contentious Oval Office meeting with President Trump.

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  1. World Leaders React: Zelensky and Trump Oval Office Showdown

    Trump canceled a planned press conference with Zelensky and cut off negotiations.

    World Leaders React: Zelensky and Trump Oval Office Showdown

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  2. Donald Trump faces backlash for World War III warning

    The heated exchange between Zelensky and Trump risks Ukraine's ability to defend itself if the U.S. ends military support.

    Donald Trump faces backlash for World War III warning

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  3. ‘Bewildering’: US media and politicians react to Trump’s televised attack on Zelenskyy

    The high-stakes White House showdown that unfolded on Friday after the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, demanded US security guarantees was deemed a damaging setback to Donald Trump’s goal of forging a peace deal – and a win for Russian dictator Vladimir Putin – by some US political commentators.

    ‘Bewildering’: US media and politicians react to Trump’s televised attack on Zelenskyy

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  4. What U.S. lawmakers are saying about Trump and Zelenskyy's clash at the White House

    The fallout from a heated Oval Office exchange between Trump, Zelenskyy and Vice President JD Vance has many Republicans — even those who previously backed Ukraine — scolding Zelenskyy.

    What U.S. lawmakers are saying about Trump and Zelenskyy's clash at the White House

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  5. Ukrainians fear losing US support as Trump-Zelenskyy clash shocks world

    A global audience watched in shock as a news conference on Friday between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump shattered already fragile US-Ukrainian relationships.

    Ukrainians fear losing US support as Trump-Zelenskyy clash shocks world

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  6. NATO’s Rutte Tells Zelenskiy to Restore Relationship With Trump

    The public blowup on Friday left Ukraine facing an open breach with the US, the country that’s been its most important ally and arms supplier ever since Russia’s full-scale invasion three years ago.

    NATO’s Rutte Tells Zelenskiy to Restore Relationship With Trump

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  7. Starmer to Meet Zelenskyy in London After Trump Fallout

    The extraordinary spat between Zelenskyy, Trump, and Vance at the White House laid bare the increasing divide between Washington and its once-close allies throughout the world.

    Starmer to Meet Zelenskyy in London After Trump Fallout

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  8. Zelensky goes on thanking spree after Oval Office scolding

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky went on an online thanking spree after dozens of world leaders voiced support for him in the aftermath of his contentious Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

    Zelensky goes on thanking spree after Oval Office scolding

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  9. Volodymyr Zelenskyy Moves On After Oval Office Blowout With Trump

    The shouting match that unfolded Friday in the final minutes of the highly anticipated meeting at the White House between Trump and Zelenskyy seemed to dash, at least for now, Ukrainian hopes that the United States could be locked in as a reliable partner in helping fend off, and conclude, Russia’s three-year onslaught.

    Volodymyr Zelenskyy Moves On After Oval Office Blowout With Trump

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  10. Zelenskyy seeks support at emergency European summit after bruising Trump encounter

    Most European countries came out in support of Ukraine, breaking with Washington as differences in the trans-Atlantic alliance built over the past 80 years burst into public view.

    Zelenskyy seeks support at emergency European summit after bruising Trump encounter

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  11. Zelenskyy: Ukraine Should Be Heard, Not Forgotten

    But the meeting descended into acrimony and drove relations with Kyiv's most important wartime ally to a new low.

    Zelenskyy: Ukraine Should Be Heard, Not Forgotten

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Summary

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged the US for stronger support following a heated exchange with President Trump, who criticized him for being 'disrespectful'. European leaders rallied behind Zelensky, contrasting the US's stance amidst concerns of a potential rapprochement with Russia. As the fallout continues, Zelensky insists on security guarantees in any peace deal, while European leaders prepare for an emergency summit to address ongoing support for Ukraine. This incident highlights the increasing tension within transatlantic relations amid Russia's ongoing aggression towards Ukraine.


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  • Zelensky urges the US to reaffirm stronger support for Ukraine following a contentious meeting with Trump that raised concerns about US commitment to Ukrainian security.

  • Despite a heated confrontation, Zelensky remains adamant about the need for security guarantees in any agreement with Russia, emphasizing that a ceasefire alone is insufficient without such guarantees.

  • European leaders expressed solidarity with Zelensky in the aftermath of the Oval Office meeting, indicating a potential shift in the dynamic of US-European relations concerning Ukraine.


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