Zelenskyy criticizes Trump as Ukraine's diplomatic efforts face new challenges

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly criticized Donald Trump, stating he is "trapped in a disinformation bubble." This remark followed Zelenskyy's concerns about being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks regarding Ukraine's future. Trump responded by calling Zelenskyy a "dictator" and claiming Ukraine started the war. This exchange highlights a significant shift in Ukraine's diplomatic efforts, as Zelenskyy broke the norm of avoiding direct criticism of Trump. The situation reflects a growing tension between Ukraine and Trump, who is seen as increasingly influenced by Russian disinformation. Zelenskyy's strategy may now involve negotiating over Ukraine's resources to gain U.S. support amid these challenges.