The tense exchange between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sparked strong reactions from world leaders.
Europe’s Response
The European Union criticized Trump’s remarks, reaffirming support for Ukraine. France’s former President François Hollande warned of a possible rift between Europe and the U.S., while UK politicians showed mixed reactions. Eastern European nations, including Lithuania and Latvia, expressed solidarity with Ukraine.
Russia’s Take
Russian officials portrayed the clash as a diplomatic failure for Ukraine, reinforcing Kremlin narratives.
U.S. Reactions
Democrats accused Trump of undermining support for Ukraine, while Republicans largely defended him.
This incident has pushed the UK and France to intensify peace efforts for Ukraine, aiming for a united European stance.
