Zelenskyy Warns U.S. Siding With Putin Is a Historic Mistake
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the U.S. formally siding with Russian President Vladimir Putin would be a historic mistake, while reiterating that he still views President Donald Trump as an ally. The warning follows Trump's executive order on Friday waiving sweeping new congressional sanctions against Russia to address soaring fuel costs through a diesel deal. Zelenskyy stated that the deal would not significantly lower U.S. oil prices, which he attributes to the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz rather than Ukraine. He also reported that U.S. intelligence sharing was briefly blocked and that SpaceX's Starlink technology limits have impaired Ukraine's defense against incoming drones and missiles. Personal relations between Trump and Zelenskyy have grown increasingly strained, with Zelenskyy recently accusing the U.S. of betraying Kyiv.
Why it matters
The strain in Washington-Kyiv relations directly impacts Ukraine's military capabilities and defense against ongoing Russian occupation as vital intelligence sharing and communication tools face restrictions.
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