Overview

• Elon Musk publicly supported the idea of the United States leaving NATO and the United Nations, sharing his agreement on social media.
• The remarks come after a contentious meeting between President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which strained U.S.-Ukraine relations further.
• Musk criticized Ukraine's leadership, including Zelensky, and questioned the accountability of U.S. aid sent to Ukraine during the war with Russia.
• The Tesla CEO's evolving position on the war contrasts with his earlier role in aiding Ukraine's defense through the deployment of Starlink technology.
• European leaders and NATO officials have expressed concern over the potential implications of decreasing U.S. support for NATO, with some warning of increased risks to European security.