Senate Republicans push back against Trump’s Ukraine comments on Russia invasion

Senate Republicans have expressed rare dissent after former President Donald Trump blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion. Trump's comments, which echoed Russian narratives, sparked bipartisan backlash, with senators affirming that Russia, not Ukraine, initiated the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Trump for spreading disinformation. Lawmakers, including Republicans, emphasized that Vladimir Putin is responsible for the war, rejecting Trump's claims that Ukraine should have ended the conflict earlier. Trump's recent decision to engage in talks with Russia without involving Ukraine or NATO has raised concerns. The Biden administration clarified that Ukraine remains part of the discussions, emphasizing the need for dialogue with both sides to resolve the conflict.