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Zelensky and Trump Clash Over Russia Conflict as White House Meeting Ends in Disaster | N18G

A high-stakes meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky saw tensions rise as Trump issued a stern ultimatum, warning, "Either make a deal or we are out." Zelensky responded firmly, asserting Ukraine’s resilience. Despite the heated exchange, they proceeded with talks on a minerals trade deal, granting the U.S. access to Ukraine’s resources in exchange for investment. Kyiv also seeks security assurances. The White House removed a TASS reporter from the meeting. Notably, Trump’s stance on Zelensky shifted from calling him a “dictator” to expressing respect ahead of the meeting.

first published: Mar 1, 2025 02:30 pm