UK calls for maximum pressure on Putin as Trump and Zelensky clash over Ukraine conflict

Britain is urging allies to apply "maximum pressure" on Vladimir Putin to ensure serious negotiations regarding the Ukraine conflict. This comes amid escalating tensions between Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over the war's origins and leadership. Trump labeled Zelensky a "dictator" and criticized him for not holding elections, while Zelensky accused Trump of spreading disinformation. The exchange follows Trump's controversial claim that Ukraine "started" the conflict, prompting strong responses from UK officials. As US and Russian officials engage in peace talks, European leaders are concerned about Ukraine's exclusion from discussions. The UK Prime Minister is set to visit Washington to advocate for security guarantees in any potential peace agreement.