Trump urges Zelenskyy to negotiate with Russia to protect Ukraine's future

Donald Trump has warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to negotiate quickly with Russia to avoid losing his nation. This statement marks a shift in Trump's rhetoric, which has drawn criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans. Tensions have escalated between Trump and Zelenskyy, with Trump accusing Zelenskyy of being a "dictator without elections" and misusing U.S. aid. Zelenskyy responded by claiming Trump is falling for Russian disinformation. U.S. and Russian officials recently agreed to negotiate a settlement to end the war, but Ukrainian and European officials were not included in these talks. Ukrainian officials have expressed concerns about Trump's approach and the implications for their sovereignty.