Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to work under the ‘strong leadership’ of US President Donald Trump. Amid tensions with Russia and a suspension of military aid from the US, Zelenskyy called for a ‘truce’ and indicated Kyiv’s readiness to sign a deal with the US for mineral extraction from Ukrainian soil.
The announcement from Zelenskyy comes in the wake of the US decision to halt military assistance to Ukraine for defense against Russian aggression. Washington has stated that it is reviewing its support to ensure it aligns with finding a solution to the ongoing conflict.
This development highlights the complex relationship between Ukraine and the US, as both countries navigate geopolitical challenges and seek to bolster their strategic positions. Zelenskyy’s remarks demonstrate a continued openness to collaboration with the US under the current administration.
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Trump might seem like an enemy at times with what he says, but he's a real friend to Ukraine. Unlike sweet-talkers of Europe, he's gonna get results with biggest economy and military in the world. It's a little hard to see right now, but look at Europe. First time in decades they finally look after themselves. This was a said goal of US just 3 weeks ago. Have faith our friends. We'll get you your get your prosperity back.
Europe delayed initiating peace talks for three years and is now scrambling after Trump pushed to end the war. Imagine the chaos if the U.S. were to withdraw from NATO.
Now, he is allowed to tie Trump's shoelaces.
A sole loser. Played by the US and europe.
Generated massive number of widows in ukraine.
Deal? It's picking up a soap, U.S. threw at the floor when Russia's behind.
Too late, game over for the widowmaker Selensky!
Zelenskyy won't sign the minerals deal. Because he wants US soldiers on the Ukraine ground.
TRUMP IS NOT "STRONG LEADERSHIP". HE PROBABLY COULDN'T EVEN SPELL IT… I FEEL BAD THAT THEY FEEL THEY HAVE TO GROVEL TO THAT PIECE OF SLIME!!! FROM A PROUD CANADIAN!!!
Is this guy on drugs or what? What's the point of all the chest thumping and provoking in oval office, it achieved NOTHING!!
The US will never give another guarantee. Anyway the American Bucharest one was worthless. Washington's word is worthless.
Trump should not go to WW3.
Z went on some dates. Figures Uncle Sam is the best sugar daddy after all. Europe lied about its income
It’s only been like 2 days and he already bent the knee and kissed the ring
Finally some good news. Hopefully Trump will accept this apology.
Where are the Europeans now ???
Ukraine has no choise, sadly. They lack men power, equipment and money.
They depend too much of US and EU aid to keep struggle in battlefield, it's a matter of time if they have no backup from the US
US provides over 70% of all the military aid to Ukraine and the other 10% is Patriot missiles that are from the United States via Germany… All reliant on starlink and GPS Good luck see you in a few weeks 😅
That was quick…
The world is actually quite simple, those can lead, those who can't obey
bow to your king! 😂
It pains me to see Zelenski accommodate the corruption of Trump. Let the world see Ukraine fight on without the US. It will be the end of Trump.
I feel sorry for the Ukrainians who truly want peace. Even in this video, some people recognize their leader's faults and want the war to end. Ukrainians should be given a chance. Those seeking peace should be kept in a safe, war-free area, while those who want to fight should be sent to the battlefield, along with their European allies. That way, both sides get what they want.
Haha. It is too late. Beg!
Monica Zelensky is now ready to work under Trump's strong leadership.
That took long 😂
Zelensky is democrats puppet 🙄
What did he expect. That was undiplomatic, Zelenskyy needs to move aside
USA 🇺🇸 should just stay away from Ukraine Russia 🇷🇺 disputes
Ukraine is a Russian country and Russia 🇷🇺 territory
Pretty obv Trump is VERY nervous and angry after… recent events in the US. Do NOT anger the bully, you don't need to pick fights that you cannot win and tbh the Trump administration is under immense pressure rn with the midterms creeping up. If by November next year the war doesn't end then I can see an absolute slaughter of the Republicans in the midterms and mutiple impeachment trials waiting for Trump and Elon. So yeah, now is NOT the right time to fight Trump. Especially sb with ZERO cards like Ukraine who completely depends on foreign support to keep their war going.
Ukraine is held hostage until it bends its knee and surrenders to Putin.
This is what happens when the price of freedom becomes freedom itself! Be careful which entity you decide to pay the price to!
Nahhhh, the US has eliminated itself from the table and they shouldn't be invited to it again unless they change their attitude drastically. It's us Europeans who must step up our game and I find it our lack of commitment shameful. It's now or never 🇪🇺🇺🇦
Finally he has realised ,his allies uk and eu with out usa cant defeat the russian army .its better to negotiate for peace under trump.
Ukraine is fighting for its survival……why are military aged men not in uniform…..
F, Trump. Go the hard path. Otherwise he will just sabotage every step on the way.
Trump and Putin Rock
Hope not too late. Zelensky and European bluff failed.
Good news, finally.
That is the reason we must always have allies, not just an ally