Vance takes jab at Zelensky for ‘needling’ Trump during White House fracas
US Vice-President J.D. Vance has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of having a sense of entitlement and "needling" Donald Trump, amid reports that Trump is pressuring Zelensky to commit to peace talks with Russia and has paused aid to Ukraine. Vance's comments follow a tense confrontation between Trump and Zelensky in the Oval Office last week.
Vance stated that Zelensky displayed an unwillingness to engage in peace negotiations, which Trump has made a policy priority. He further confirmed that Ukrainian officials attempted to restart negotiations after the White House meeting, but these efforts were reportedly shut down by Trump, highlighting the pressure being exerted on Ukraine to pursue a peaceful resolution with Russia.
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US Vice-President J.D. Vance has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of having a sense of entitlement and "needling" Donald Trump, amid reports that Trump is pressuring Zelensky to commit to peace talks with Russia and has paused aid to Ukraine. Vance's comments follow a tense confrontation between Trump and Zelensky in the Oval Office last week.
Vance stated that Zelensky displayed an unwillingness to engage in peace negotiations, which Trump has made a policy priority. He further confirmed that Ukrainian officials attempted to restart negotiations after the White House meeting, but these efforts were reportedly shut down by Trump, highlighting the pressure being exerted on Ukraine to pursue a peaceful resolution with Russia.
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