Trump blames Ukraine for war with Russia, sparking outrage in Kyiv

President Donald Trump recently claimed Ukraine started the war with Russia, which has resulted in significant loss of life. This statement has sparked outrage in Ukraine, where the conflict began with Russia's invasion in February 2022. Trump also criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, claiming he is a dictator without elections. However, Zelenskyy was elected in 2019, and elections are currently on hold due to martial law amid the ongoing war. Additionally, Trump inaccurately stated that millions have died in the conflict. Ukrainian officials report over 46,000 military deaths and tens of thousands of civilian casualties, but no credible sources support Trump's claim of millions killed.