A high-stakes U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal collapsed Friday after an explosive argument between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy erupted live in the Oval Office. The confrontation, described as a 'shouting match,' prompted the abrupt cancellation of a planned press conference.
Fireworks in the Oval Office
The meeting turned chaotic when U.S. Vice President JD Vance publicly criticized Zelenskyy, demanding gratitude for Trump's efforts to resolve Ukraine's conflict with Russia. "You should be thanking the president," Vance declared, sparking a tense back-and-forth where all three leaders talked over one another.
Zelenskyy pushed back, warning the U.S. would "feel the consequences" of the ongoing war. Trump retorted: "You're gambling with World War III… What you're doing is very disrespectful." The Ukrainian leader later tweeted gratitude to Americans while emphasizing Ukraine's need for support against Russia's military.
What Happens Next?
Despite the drama, Zelenskyy told Fox News that U.S.-Ukraine relations could still be repaired, stressing that ties "are about more than two presidents." He'll now shift focus to a Sunday summit in London with European leaders to rally international backing.
As geopolitical tensions rise, this clash highlights the fragile state of global diplomacy. Stay tuned for updates!
Stay tuned for updates!
