Trump pressures Zelenskyy, signaling reduced U.S. support

President Trump’s recent meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy turned contentious, highlighting a shift in U.S. foreign policy. Trump pressured Zelenskyy to negotiate with Russia, stating, “You either make a deal or we are out,” signaling a potential reduction in U.S. support for Ukraine. The meeting followed failed diplomatic efforts by European leaders to align Trump with Ukraine's interests. Despite initial cordiality, tensions escalated when Zelenskyy expressed distrust in Russia, leading to a heated exchange where Trump criticized him for being “disrespectful.” After the meeting, plans for further discussions and a joint press conference were canceled. Zelenskyy later stated that Ukraine needs security guarantees before entering peace talks with Russia, emphasizing the importance of U.S. support for his country.