Trump criticizes Zelensky, claims Ukraine prolongs war for US aid

Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a recent post on Truth Social. He accused Zelensky of prolonging the war with Russia to secure U.S. financial support, claiming Ukraine has received $350 billion. Trump labeled Zelensky a "dictator" for allegedly refusing to hold elections and suggested he is losing popularity. He claimed Zelensky has manipulated President Joe Biden for military aid while asserting that he is negotiating an end to the conflict without Zelensky's involvement. This marks a shift in Trump's stance, as he previously supported Ukraine against Russia. His comments align more closely with Russian President Vladimir Putin's perspective on the war.