US and Ukraine leaders exchange sharp criticisms over war and support

Tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine have escalated as President Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelenskiy. Trump accused Zelenskiy of being a "dictator" and claimed he misled the U.S. into supporting an unwinnable war against Russia. Zelenskiy responded by labeling Trump's statements as Kremlin "disinformation." He emphasized that Ukraine's martial law prevents elections, countering Trump's claims about his approval rating and the U.S. aid amount, which is significantly lower than Trump stated. In related news, Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin indicated that Ireland might consider sending peacekeepers to Ukraine if a ceasefire is established. He also discussed the need for expedited EU membership for Ukraine during a meeting with EU leaders.