Labor supports Ukraine's role in peace talks as Trump criticizes Zelenskyy

Australian politicians reaffirmed support for Ukraine amid comments from U.S. President Donald Trump, who criticized President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump called Zelenskyy a "dictator" and suggested Ukraine was to blame for the war. Defense Minister Richard Marles emphasized that Ukraine should be involved in peace talks and that the conflict must be resolved on Ukraine's terms. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also supported Ukraine's sovereignty. Opposition leader Peter Dutton condemned Trump's remarks, stating they misrepresented the situation. Global leaders, including the UK and Germany, defended Zelenskyy and criticized Trump's comments as inaccurate and harmful.