US President Donald Trump has walked a tightrope regarding Ukraine, praising the country's leadership while also expressing dissatisfaction. During talks in Geneva to discuss an end to the conflict, Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's administration for showing "zero gratitude" towards US efforts to bring about peace.
However, just hours later, Zelensky fired back, stating that Ukraine is deeply grateful to the United States and its people, as well as personally to Trump. The Ukrainian president acknowledged the significant assistance provided by the US, including the delivery of Javelin missiles that have helped save countless lives.
The Geneva talks saw top officials from both sides working to fine-tune a 28-point draft plan aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict with Russia. While the current version still requires Ukraine to make concessions – including ceding territory and pledging not to join NATO – it largely aligns with Kyiv's key priorities.
According to negotiator Rustem Umerov, the revised document reflects most of Ukraine's key demands, which have been at the forefront of negotiations. Trump has set a deadline for Ukraine to approve the plan by November 27, but he also indicated that there could be some flexibility around this timeframe.
Trump's stance on Ukraine has shifted significantly since taking office in his second term. He initially boasted about ending the conflict within 24 hours, only to express admiration for Russian President Putin and criticize Zelensky as a "dictator." However, Trump has also imposed major sanctions on Russia and hinted at Ukraine potentially regaining control over some of its lost territory.
In a bid to regain favor with Trump, Zelensky has made efforts to thank the US leader. The Ukrainian president's public expression of gratitude highlights the delicate balance between appeasing the US and asserting Ukraine's interests in the ongoing conflict.
However, just hours later, Zelensky fired back, stating that Ukraine is deeply grateful to the United States and its people, as well as personally to Trump. The Ukrainian president acknowledged the significant assistance provided by the US, including the delivery of Javelin missiles that have helped save countless lives.
The Geneva talks saw top officials from both sides working to fine-tune a 28-point draft plan aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict with Russia. While the current version still requires Ukraine to make concessions – including ceding territory and pledging not to join NATO – it largely aligns with Kyiv's key priorities.
According to negotiator Rustem Umerov, the revised document reflects most of Ukraine's key demands, which have been at the forefront of negotiations. Trump has set a deadline for Ukraine to approve the plan by November 27, but he also indicated that there could be some flexibility around this timeframe.
Trump's stance on Ukraine has shifted significantly since taking office in his second term. He initially boasted about ending the conflict within 24 hours, only to express admiration for Russian President Putin and criticize Zelensky as a "dictator." However, Trump has also imposed major sanctions on Russia and hinted at Ukraine potentially regaining control over some of its lost territory.
In a bid to regain favor with Trump, Zelensky has made efforts to thank the US leader. The Ukrainian president's public expression of gratitude highlights the delicate balance between appeasing the US and asserting Ukraine's interests in the ongoing conflict.
! Trump's stance on Ukraine is like, totally flip-floppy - one day he's all about Zelensky's leadership, the next he's calling him out for showing "zero gratitude" 
. I mean, you'd think that with all the help the US has provided to Ukraine (like those Javelin missiles!), they'd be way more thankful 
.
. Meanwhile, the US is all like "we're gonna help you out, but only if you do this" 
. It feels like they're trying to play both sides against each other.
. Its a delicate balance for sure.
I'm literally so confused about this whole situation! 
Like, Trump is saying one thing and then Zelensky is like "wait what?" 
And can we talk about how crazy it is that Ukraine has to cede territory? 
I mean, isn't that kinda like... ummm not cool? 
But at the same time, I'm all for peace and all that jazz 
. Can we just get this done already?! 
It's been ages since this conflict started and it's still ongoing... like, what's up with that?! 
And btw, can we pls talk about how cute Rustem Umerov is? 
He's like, the ultimate negotiator 
. It's all about finding that balance between appeasing Trump and keeping Ukraine's interests on track.
It's like they're trying to dance around each other... Do you remember when Clinton and Yeltsin used to work together to resolve the Balkans crisis? That was a different time... 
. and let's be real, the javelin missiles have literally saved so many lives over there 
. but hey, at least zelensky's showin some love to trump, right? 
So it's cool that he's trying to acknowledge the help they've received. But also, I get why he'd want to push back against some of these concessions - after all, Ukraine needs to protect its sovereignty and interests too.
Like, what's the endpoint here? What does it mean for Ukraine if they agree to all these terms? 
, but for real tho, why cant he make up his mind? 28 point draft plan, yeah right, sounds like something from a bad negotiating game of risk 
, and now zelensky fires back, gotta respect the dude's gratitude vibes 
. btw, javelin missiles saved lives, that's some cool stuff