Kyiv’s international backers, including figures close to President Trump, are uniting to oppose his proposed energy deal with Russia and warnings of reduced military and intelligence aid to Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelensky has responded sharply to the threats, publicly accusing Trump of weakness for engaging with Moscow. The diplomatic tensions come as allies debate the future of Ukraine’s defense and economic ties amid shifting U.S. policy. The move marks a rare public rebuke from Zelensky toward a key Western leader, signaling deep concern over potential consequences for Kyiv’s war efforts.
Kyiv’s allies, including those in President Trump’s circle, are rallying around Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, pushing back against Trump’s diesel deal with Russia and threats to cut off weapons and intelligence sharing to Ukraine. Zelensky, buoyed by the support, has unleashed criticism against Trump, calling the president “weak” for making a deal with Russian President...
