Angry US President Trump insults Ukraine President Zelensky

It was a meeting intended to discuss the end of the war in Ukraine.


After a war of words earlier this month, many were hoping the summit could lead to a warming of relations between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump - very few could have predicted it would descend into a clash in the Oval Office.

If you're just joining us, here's a look at what happened:

  • Zelensky's initial discussions with Trump appeared cordial as the US president said it was an "honour" to host the Ukrainian president
  • But things quickly took a turn after Zelensky challenged Vice-President JD Vance's assertion that the "path to peace" is through diplomacy. "What kind of diplomacy are you speaking about," Zelensky asked, referencing Russia's aggression in the years before the invasion
  • Vance then accused Zelensky of being "disrespectful" before he added: "You should be thanking the president"
  • Zelensky said the US is protected from Russia: "You have a nice ocean, and don't feel now but you will feel it in the future"
  • Trump then interrupted and his voice got louder as he said: "Don't tell us what we're going to feel. You're in no position to dictate that". He then accused Zelensky of "gambling with World War Three"
  • Things continued to get more heated as Vance asked Zelensky: "Have you said thank you once?"
  • Trump then threatened: "You're either going to make a deal or we're out"
  • Quickly afterward, the US president posted a statement that said Zelensky should return to Washington when he is "ready for peace" - the scheduled press conference was cancelled and Zelensky left the White House

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