Trump’s Comments Signal Abrupt Shift in US Policy Toward Ukraine
February 20, 2025: Miami: In a major escalation of tensions, US President Donald Trump labeled Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky a “dictator”, criticizing him for remaining in power without elections and warning that Ukraine risks losing its sovereignty.
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Trump’s remarks, posted on his Truth Social platform, come as his administration opens direct talks with Moscow, marking a drastic shift in US foreign policy.
Key Highlights of Trump’s Remarks
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🔹 “A dictator without elections” – Trump accused Zelensky of refusing to hold elections, despite Ukrainian law allowing for leadership extensions during wartime.
🔹 Blamed Kyiv for “starting” the war – Trump echoed Kremlin narratives, further straining relations with Ukraine.
🔹 Criticized Biden’s support for Ukraine – Trump claimed Zelensky was “playing Biden like a fiddle” for financial and military aid.
🔹 Touted his ability to end the war – Trump insisted that only his administration could negotiate peace with Russia.
Zelensky’s Response
🇺🇦 Zelensky dismissed Trump’s statements as “Russian disinformation”, emphasizing that his leadership continues under martial law, a provision of Ukrainian law during war.
📊 Despite declining approval, polls by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology show Zelensky’s trust ratings have not fallen below 50% since Russia’s invasion.
What’s Next?
With Trump’s shift towards dialogue with Moscow, Ukraine may lose key US support, complicating its military and diplomatic strategies against Russia. How will this impact the war’s trajectory?
📌 Stay tuned for more updates on US-Ukraine relations and the ongoing geopolitical shifts.
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