Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 04:36am on 22 Feb 2025,Saturday International
U.S. President Donald Trump has downplayed the necessity of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's involvement in negotiations to end the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. In a recent Fox News interview, Trump stated, "I don't think he's very important to be in meetings," emphasizing his belief that Zelensky's participation is not essential for progress. Trump highlighted his "very good talks" with Russian President Vladimir Putin, contrasting them with less favorable interactions with Ukrainian officials. This stance follows earlier remarks where Trump labeled Zelensky a "dictator" and erroneously accused Ukraine of initiating the war. The U.S. is reportedly urging Ukraine to grant American companies access to its mineral resources as compensation for military aid, while Kyiv seeks security assurances in return.
