Tensions rise during U.S.-Ukraine meeting over conflict

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During a recent meeting, U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faced rising tensions over the Ukraine conflict. Vice President J.D. Vance intervened, suggesting a shift from aggression to diplomacy, which escalated the situation. Zelensky responded directly to Vance, questioning the viability of negotiating with Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing his history of ceasefire violations. This exchange highlighted Zelensky's frustration with the U.S. perspective on the war. The meeting revealed a significant divide in views, with Zelensky rejecting the notion that both Ukraine and Russia were morally equivalent in the conflict. The dynamic shifted as he challenged Trump's stance on U.S. involvement.


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