Trump suggests Ukraine hold elections to replace Zelenskyy amid war with Russia

US President Donald Trump suggested Ukraine should hold elections to possibly replace President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, whom he inaccurately claimed has a 4% approval rating. Trump criticized Zelenskyy's management of the war and US funding. Zelenskyy, facing martial law since Russia's invasion in February 2022, had elections scheduled for April 2024. He argued that holding elections now could deepen political divides during the ongoing conflict. Trump's comments came after a US delegation met with Russian officials in Saudi Arabia to discuss peace talks. He also questioned the accountability of US funds sent to Ukraine and claimed Ukraine started the war, despite Russia's initial aggression.