Mike Pence criticizes Donald Trump over Ukraine war comments

Mike Pence criticized Donald Trump for claiming Ukraine started the war with Russia. Pence stated that Russia launched an unprovoked invasion, emphasizing that peace must be based on truth. This marks a notable public disagreement between the former allies. Trump's comments came during a news conference where he suggested Ukraine could have ended the conflict sooner. He also criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's leadership and called for elections in Ukraine, which is currently under martial law. Pence's remarks highlight the ongoing tensions within the Republican Party regarding foreign policy. While Trump maintains a close relationship with Putin, many Republicans in Congress do not share his views.