Ukraine's Zelensky Seeks to Repair Relations After White House Dispute
Following a confrontation with President Trump, Zelensky expresses regret and signals readiness for peace talks as U.S. halts military aid to Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed regret over a heated exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance during a meeting in the White House last week.
- The U.S. has suspended over $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine, citing concerns that Zelensky is not showing sufficient commitment to peace negotiations with Russia.
- Zelensky has indicated his willingness to sign a peace agreement and has embraced a partial ceasefire proposal from French President Emmanuel Macron involving air and naval operations.
- The dispute has sparked reactions in Europe, with some analysts suggesting the White House intentionally escalated tensions to pressure Ukraine into concessions.
- The suspension of U.S. military aid raises significant risks for Ukraine, which relies heavily on these supplies to counter Russia's ongoing invasion and maintain control of key territories.
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