Trump Criticizes Zelensky, Claims US spent $350bn on Russian War

United States President Donald Trump has unleashed a blistering attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, labeling him a “dictator” and accusing him of mismanaging the country’s affairs.

In response to Trump’s criticism, Zelensky accused the former president of being influenced by Russian disinformation. Zelensky emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s involvement in peace talks, stating that no decisions should be made without Kyiv’s participation.

Allegations by Trump:

Mismanagement of Funds: Trump alleged that Zelensky convinced the US to spend $350bn on a war that “couldn’t be won” and “never had to start”.

• Lack of Elections: Trump criticized Zelensky for failing to hold elections, despite his term expiring last year.
• Low Popularity: Trump claimed that Zelensky’s popularity has declined, and that he is “very low in Ukrainian polls”.

Zelensky has remained in office under martial law since Russia’s invasion, which suspends the requirement for elections. Despite Trump’s claims, surveys indicate that Zelensky’s approval rating has never dropped below 50% during the war.

In response to Trump’s criticism, Zelensky accused the former president of being influenced by Russian disinformation. Zelensky emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s involvement in peace talks, stating that no decisions should be made without Kyiv’s participation.