Zelensky clashes with Trump at White House, deal falls apart
The argument on Friday between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky was closely monitored in Moscow. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that someone should "force" the President of Ukraine to make peace.
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On Monday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of lacking the willingness to end Ukraine's defensive war against Russia.
Peskov remarked that "It is very important that someone forces Zelensky himself to change his position."
Referring to the Friday argument between Zelensky and US President Donald Trump, the Kremlin spokesman described it as an "unprecedented event". According to him, it highlights the difficulties in reaching an agreement regarding Ukraine.
Dmitry Peskov also stated that the "collective West" is starting to split into parts. In his view, this division could impact the international situation.
Argument at the White House: Zelensky asked to leave
On Friday at the White House, a meeting took place between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US President Donald Trump, and Vice President J.D. Vance. The leaders were supposed to sign an agreement regarding Ukrainian minerals.
However, an argument ensued during the talks. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance repeatedly demanded that Zelensky thank them for the help. They also criticized his negotiation style, accusing him of having no "cards." In response, the President of Ukraine accused them of not understanding his country's position. Ultimately, the agreement was not signed, and Zelensky, along with the Ukrainian delegation, was asked to leave the White House.
Following these events, Trump issued a statement criticizing the Ukrainian president's stance.
""I have determined that President Zelenskyy is not ready for Peace if America is involved, because he feels our involvement gives him a big advantage in negotiations. I don’t want advantage, I want PEACE. He disrespected the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office. He can come back when he is ready for Peace," the American president wrote on the platform Truth Social.
