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Thorns For Zelenskyy in US, Roses For Him in London! America and Europe at Loggerheads Over Russia Ukraine War?

Zelenskyy’s US visit sparked tensions after a tough meeting with Donald Trump, while Europe, led by the UK, reaffirmed strong support for Ukraine in the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently faced contrasting receptions during his diplomatic visits to the United States and the United Kingdom. While his meeting with US President Donald Trump stirred controversy, his visit to London was met with strong support. As the Russia-Ukraine war drags on, a divide between US and European stances seems to be growing.

Zelenskyy Meets UK Prime Minister

After meeting Donald Trump, Zelenskyy traveled to the UK, where he met Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The UK Prime Minister himself shared this update on his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, "It was an honour to welcome @ZelenskyyUa to Downing Street and reiterate my unwavering support for Ukraine."

He further added, "I am determined to find a path that ends Russia's illegal war and ensures a just and lasting peace that secures Ukraine’s future sovereignty and security. Slava Ukraini."

Trump and Zelenskyy’s Meeting Sparks Global Debate

Zelenskyy’s meeting with Donald Trump in the US became a major talking point. Reports suggest that Trump was highly critical of Ukraine’s strategy in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. His remarks sparked debate about America’s wavering commitment to Kyiv. Trump has previously expressed skepticism about prolonged US involvement, which has influenced political discussions surrounding aid to Ukraine. Following this meeting, concerns arose over whether the US would continue its strong military and financial support. The hesitation from some American leaders has given rise to uncertainty, with some European nations stepping up in response.

What Did Zelenskyy Say After Meeting the UK Prime Minister?

After this meeting, Zelenskyy shared a post on X, saying, "During our talks, we discussed the challenges facing Ukraine and all of Europe, coordination with partners, concrete steps to strengthen Ukraine’s position, and ending the war with a just peace, along with robust security guarantees."

He further added, "A principled statement of support from the Prime Minister and an important decision: today, in our presence, Ukraine and the United Kingdom signed a Loan Agreement. This loan will enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities and will be repaid using revenues from frozen Russian assets. The funds will be directed toward weapons production in Ukraine. This is true justice – the one who started the war must be the one to pay. "

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