Zelenskyy faces tensions and halted deal with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faced a difficult meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, leading to reports of a halted minerals deal and tensions during the discussion. Zelenskyy later expressed hope for improved US relations. World leaders reacted strongly, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reaffirming support for Ukraine's fight for democracy. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the need for continued assistance to Ukraine against Russian aggression. Other leaders, including Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere, called for unity among Western nations to address challenges related to Ukraine. They highlighted the importance of ongoing support for Ukraine's security and future.