London – Volodymyr Zelenskyy Meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer European leaders struggle to cope with the consequences of an extraordinary broadcast exchange on Saturday Ukrainian President accuses Donald Trump.
Before the meeting began, Starmer told Zelenskyy: “We are with you in Ukraine and stand by your side as long as you may spend it. I hope you hear some cheers in the streets, this is the people from the British people to show how much they support you, their support for Ukraine and our absolute determination to stand with you.”
“I want to thank the British people, this is such a huge support since the beginning of this war,” Zelenskyy told Starmer.
“We are really happy to have such partners and such friends,” the Ukrainian president added, who also accepted an invitation to meet with King Charles on Sunday.
After seeing the Zelenskyy meeting ended, on Saturday night, Zelenskyy left 10 Downing Street with Starmer. When Zelenskyy got on the bus, Starmer returned to it. No statement was issued to the media.
European Leader Meeting scheduled to be held at the emergency summit on Sunday to discuss Russia and Ukraine peace plan.
Starmer in the UK and President Emmanuel Macron France leads to convince Trump to continue supporting Ukraine’s efforts, Invaded by Russia three years ago. this Spit in the Oval Office in front of the media Question whether this support will continue and whether the United States will continue to be dramatic Reconciliation with Vladimir Putin of Russia.
Most European countries support Ukraine, with Washington, outbreaks because The Transatlantic Alliance has been established over the past 80 years Exploding public opinion.
“Today, it’s clear that the free world needs a new leader. Europeans, we have to deal with this challenge,” said EU Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas.
Friday’s meeting aims to start negotiations on deals Key minerals in Ukrainebut with Trump and Vice President JD Vance criticized Zelenskyy and told him he wasn’t grateful enough.
European leaders quickly lined up to support Ukrainian leaders.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen posted on X. Zelenskyy’s “dignity respects the heroism of the Ukrainian people.”
“We must not confuse the invaders and the victims in this terrible war.” Friedrich Merzmay be the next leader of Germany.
Macron said it is crucial to respect the Ukrainians “fight for their dignity, independence, and for the security of their children and Europe”. ”
Senator Lindsey Graham, RS.C. He called on the Ukrainian president to resign after a tense Oval Office meeting, blasting European leaders’ support for Zelenskyy.
“Europeans are supporting Zelensky. This is my message to Europeans. Maybe it’s time to defend the mainland.” interview Saturday with Breitbart Radio. “Maybe it’s time for you to stop hollowing out your own army. If you want to use hard words against Putin, then use some muscle to support it?”
Zelenskyy has always insisted that security guarantees are included in any agreement drafted with the White House to end the war. He said the guarantees were the only ones that would allow Putin to continue fighting in Ukraine and beyond, which could violate the agreement record.
On Friday, Trump told Zelenskyy that he was “disrespectful” and “gambling with the Third World War.”
“He disrespects the United States of America in his precious Oval Office,” Trump said in an article on his Truth Social Networking after the meeting. “He can come back when he is ready for peace.”
The day after the controversial Oval Office meeting, White House officials told NBC News that direct negotiations between the Trump administration and Ukraine are still on hold.
The administration has little clarity on what it takes to re-engage with Zelenskyy, but when asked before leaving the White House Friday night, Trump replied that Zelenskyy “must say I want to achieve peace” and advised him to avoid “negative” comments about Putin.
Trump also told reporters that Zelenskyy “exaggerated his hand” and accused the Ukrainian president of “hoping to continue fighting, fighting, fighting.”
After leaving the White House, Zelenskyy posted on X: “Thank you America, thank you for your support, thank you for your visit. Thank you @potus, Congress and the American people. Ukraine needs justice and lasting peace, and we work for it.”
In a Fox News interview Friday night, Zelenskyy reiterated his appreciation for the support of the United States but declined a call to comment and apologize at the White House.
Zelenskyy repeatedly thanks the United States for their help. In December 2022, he made a speech ahead of his first sentence:
“Thank you very much. Thank you very much. Thank you. It’s so big for me. It’s all for our great man. Thank you very much. Dear Americans, in all states, cities and communities, all those who value freedom and justice, they are in our city, in every family, cherish it as strongly as our Ukrainians, and I want my respect and welcome, and I resonate with every American.”
According to the Department of Defense, Congress has allocated funds since February 2022 Ukraine’s defense $183 billiondespite Trump’s claim that the United States has spent $300 billion on Ukraine.
