Trump's comments on Ukraine raise concerns over U.S. support and favor Russia

Former President Donald Trump has made controversial statements regarding Ukraine, accusing it of starting the conflict with Russia. He suggested that Ukraine should hold elections, echoing Russian President Vladimir Putin's views, which raises concerns about U.S. support for Ukraine. Trump's remarks come after he excluded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky from U.S.-Russia peace talks. This marks a shift from previous U.S. support for Ukraine, as Trump criticized Zelensky's leadership and claimed his approval ratings were extremely low. Trump's comments have sparked fears in Europe about a potential peace deal that may favor Russia. His insistence on elections in Ukraine contradicts the country's wartime conditions and the constitutional barriers to holding them.