Russia celebrated Trump and Zelensky's contentious meeting outcome

Russian leaders reacted positively after a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ended with a harsh rebuke for Zelenskyy. The meeting, intended to strengthen U.S.-Ukraine ties, resulted in an unsigned agreement. Dmitry Medvedev and other Russian officials mocked Zelenskyy’s failure to secure support, with comments on social media highlighting the perceived collapse of the U.S.-Ukraine partnership. In contrast, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for U.S. support, emphasizing his commitment to peace for Ukraine. Meanwhile, President Putin suggested a potential deal involving rare-earth minerals with the U.S.