Is Zelenskyy Pushing The World Towards WW 3? Trump Schools Ukranian President on Russia Ukraine War

The much-anticipated meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday took an unexpected and dramatic turn, igniting a heated exchange over the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Expectations were high that the discussion might lead to a breakthrough in negotiations or even a potential ceasefire agreement, but the reality unfolded quite differently.

In a publicly charged moment, Trump took a sharp jab at Zelenskyy, bluntly stating, "Make a deal or leave it." The tension escalated as both leaders engaged in a war of words in front of journalists, effectively derailing any potential agreement between the two nations. This unexpected confrontation has now cast doubt over any diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the war, leaving the international community concerned about what lies ahead.

Trump Warns of Third World War, Calls Out Zelenskyy’s Actions

The situation further intensified on February 28, 2025, inside the Oval Office of the White House, where Trump directly confronted Zelenskyy, accusing him of recklessly escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Raising the specter of a possible Third World War, Trump criticized Zelenskyy’s handling of the situation, stating that his current actions are pushing the world towards a catastrophic conflict.

Referring to Zelenskyy's stance on the war, Trump emphasized the need for a peace-driven approach rather than aggressive strategies. "His actions could be the trigger for WW3," Trump reportedly said. The meeting's intense nature was further underscored when a video of the altercation went viral, with journalist Shubhangi Sharma commenting on social media platform X, “I can’t believe this conversation happened on camera. What a time to be alive.”

Ukraine Walks Away from Key Mineral Deal, Straining U.S.-Ukraine Relations

Adding to the high-stakes drama, Zelenskyy abruptly left the meeting without signing the crucial mineral deal that the U.S. had proposed as a prerequisite for continued American support to Ukraine. Trump had demanded Ukraine’s commitment to the mineral agreement, positioning it as a necessary step for future U.S. assistance.

However, prior to the meeting, Zelenskyy had indicated a willingness to accept the terms, which analysts believed could have paved the way for a ceasefire in the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war. The breakdown of talks, however, has dashed those hopes, with experts now warning that the rift between Ukraine and the U.S. may further impact the geopolitical landscape.