A long-simmering tension between former President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy has resurfaced, with critics questioning whether Trump ever fully supported Ukraine amid past public remarks. Trump has repeatedly dismissed Zelenskyy in the past, calling him a "modestly talented" figure and suggesting his leadership fell short of expectations. The renewed scrutiny comes as Trump’s foreign policy stance—particularly toward Russia and Eastern Europe—faces renewed examination. Whether this reflects a shift or simply a continuation of past skepticism remains unclear.
This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. You can’t quite say that President Donald Trump is “turning” on Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, because he never truly seemed to have Zelenskyy’s back. There was that time Trump panned Zelenskyy as a “modestly […]
