Trump, Zelensky, and Vance Clash in Heated White House Meeting

A tense Oval Office exchange between the leaders highlighted deep divisions over U.S. support for Ukraine and relations with Russia.

The meeting, intended to finalize a minerals deal, devolved into a shouting match between President Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Trump criticized Zelensky for what he called disrespect toward the U.S., claiming Ukraine has received more support than many believe it should have.
Zelensky sought to secure continued U.S. backing for Ukraine and warned against strengthening ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The heated exchange ended with Zelensky being asked to leave the White House, and the minerals deal was left unsigned.
Commentators, including Bill Maher, criticized the undiplomatic behavior, with some noting Trump's apparent alignment with Putin and its implications for global stability.