Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy received support from the European Union leaders along with several countries across the globe after an unexpected verbal spat broke out between him and United States President Donald Trump during their meeting at the White House on Friday.
The two countries had planned to speak about ending the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine and also sign deals but when Zelenskyy said that Ukraine won't enter peace talks with Russia until it has security guarantees against another offensive, Trump said, 바카라I'm not going to make security guarantees ... very much,바카라 he added, "We're going to have Europe do that."
This led to Trump telling Zelenskyy, 바카라You're gambling with the lives of millions of people. You're gambling with World War Three. You're gambling with World War Three, and what you're doing is very disrespectful to the country, this country that's backed you far more than a lot of people say they should.바카라
When Zelenskyy referred to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Crimea in 2014, US Vice President JD Vance hit back saying, "I think it's disrespectful for you to come to the Oval Office to try to litigate this in front of the American media. ... you should be thanking the president for trying to bring you into this conference.바카라
EU Leaders Extend Support For Ukraine
Zelenskyy바카라s timeline on X was filled with messages of support from European allies and other countries from across the world. His response to all the messages was 바카라Thank you for your support.바카라
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, who was in India on Friday for an official visit, said in a post on X, 바카라Your dignity honours the bravery of the Ukrainian people. Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone, dear President @ZelenskyyUa. We will continue working with you for a just and lasting peace.바카라
French President Emmanuel Macron, who met Trump at the White House just this past Monday, said in a post on X that there is an aggressor: Russia.
"There is a victim: Ukraine. We were right to help Ukraine and sanction Russia three years ago바카라and to keep doing so.
"By 바카라we,바카라 I mean the Americans, the Europeans, the Canadians, the Japanese, and many others," Macron said.
"Thank you to all who have helped and continue to do so. And respect to those who have been fighting since the beginning바카라because they are fighting for their dignity, their independence, their children, and the security of Europe,바카라 Macron said.
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez in a post on X wrote, "Ukraine, Spain stands with you."
Friedrich Merz, Germany's likely next chancellor, wrote on X, 바카라Dear Volodymyr @zelenskyyua, we stand with #Ukraine in good and in testing times. We must never confuse aggressor and victim in this terrible war.바카라
Prime Minister of Estonia Kristen Michal said his country stands united with Zelenskyy and Ukraine in its fight for freedom. "Always. Because it is right, not easy," Michal said.
Prime Minister of Finland Petteri Orpo said he and the Finnish people stand firmly with Ukraine.
"We will continue our unwavering support and work towards a just and lasting peace," he said.
President of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics said Ukraine is a victim of Russian aggression.
"It fights the war with the help of many friends and partners. We need to spare no effort for just and lasting peace. Diplomacy sometimes is the art of the impossible in difficult circumstances. Latvia stands with Ukraine," he said.
Prime Minister of Luxembourg Luc Frieden said his country stands with Ukraine.
"You are fighting for your freedom and a rules-based international order," he added.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sent a message to Zelenskyy insisting, 바카라Dear Ukrainian friends, you are not alone,바카라 while the office of Sweden's prime minister said: 바카라You are not only fighting for your freedom but also for all of Europe.바카라
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp underlined support for Ukraine would come in the form of 바카라whatever it takes, for as long as it takes.바카라
President of the Republic of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, said, "Ukraine, you'll never walk alone."
Simon Harris, Deputy Prime Minister of Ireland stated, "Ukraine is not to blame for this war brought about by Russia바카라s illegal invasion. We stand with Ukraine."
Prime Minister of Portugal, Luís Montenegro said, "Ukraine can always count on Portugal."
Italy바카라s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a close Trump ally, she would call for an EU-US summit to get diplomacy back on track. 바카라What is needed is an immediate summit between the United States, European states, and allies to talk frankly about how we intend to deal with the great challenges of today, starting with Ukraine, which together we have defended in recent years,바카라 she said in a statement.
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Support For Zelenskyy From Across The Globe
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Russia illegally and unjustifiably invaded Ukraine.
"For three years now, Ukrainians have fought with courage and resilience. Their fight for democracy, freedom, and sovereignty is a fight that matters to us all. Canada will continue to stand with Ukraine and Ukrainians in achieving a just and lasting peace," Trudeau said.
President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu extending her support for Zelenskyy wrote, "The truth is simple. Russia invaded Ukraine. Russia is the aggressor. Ukraine defends its freedom바카라and ours. We stand with Ukraine."
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi also criticised President Trump and Vice President Vance, saying their 바카라belittling treatment" of President Zelenskyy today was a disgrace.
"The American people stand with the people of Ukraine, even if our president would rather curry favour with Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin, and echo Russian talking points," he said.
Trump Praised By Associates
The White House put out a statement 바카라Support Pours in for President Trump, VP Vance바카라s America First Strength바카라 and added that Trump and Vance "made clear to the world that the United States will not be taken advantage of 바카라 a sentiment echoed by the cabinet and members of Congress from across the country.바카라
The statement carried quotes from several lawmakers, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.
바카라Thank you @POTUS for standing up for America in a way that no President has ever had the courage to do before. Thank you for putting America First. America is with you!,바카라 Rubio, who was seated next to Vance in the Oval Office during the bilateral meeting with Zelenskyy as the talks unravelled, said.
Noem said, 바카라I am so proud of our Commander-in-Chief. Thank you President @RealDonaldTrump and @VP for standing up for America. We will not tolerate the political games and disrespect of America. America is back.바카라
Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth said, 바카라Amen, Mr President바카라 to a statement by Trump on X.
Trump & Zelenskyy's Reaction After Meeting
Minutes after the showdown in the Oval Office ended, Trump said in a statement, 바카라We had a very meaningful meeting in the White House today. Much was learned that could never be understood without conversation under such fire and pressure.
바카라It바카라s amazing what comes out through emotion, and 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 don바카라t want an 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,바카라 Trump said.
After departing the Oval Office, Zelenskyy said in a post on X, 바카라Thank you America, thank you for your support, thank you for this visit. Thank you @POTUS, Congress, and the American people. Ukraine needs just and lasting peace, and we are working exactly for that.바카라
