Trump shifts U.S. stance on Ukraine, blames country for ongoing war

Donald Trump has shifted the U.S. stance on Ukraine, blaming the country for the ongoing war instead of Russia. He initiated peace talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia without inviting Ukraine or European representatives, marking a departure from the previous administration's support for Ukraine. During the talks, Trump claimed Ukraine could have settled the conflict earlier and criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He inaccurately stated Zelenskyy's approval rating and suggested that Ukraine should have negotiated for peace sooner. Trump stated he has the power to end the war and expressed support for European troop involvement in Ukraine, but emphasized that the U.S. would not participate. Ukrainian officials have made it clear they will not accept any peace deal without their involvement.