Trump-Zelenskyy clash threatens Ukraine's support and mineral deal

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a heated argument in the Oval Office, marking an unusual public confrontation between a U.S. president and a foreign leader. This clash jeopardizes a mineral deal and U.S. support for Ukraine amid its war with Russia. Trump criticized Zelenskyy for being ungrateful and urged him to negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The exchange highlighted Trump's "America First" stance and personal grievances against Zelenskyy, stemming from past impeachment proceedings related to Ukraine. The argument ended abruptly, canceling a planned news conference. Trump later stated that Zelenskyy disrespected the U.S. and suggested he was not ready for peace negotiations.