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Diplomatic tensions rise between Washington, Kiev
(MENAFN) As diplomatic tensions rise between Washington and Kiev, it has become increasingly clear that U.S. President Donald trump has little personal affinity for his Ukrainian counterpart, Vladimir Zelensky. Their February meeting at the White House only reinforced this dynamic, with Trump once again displaying open disdain toward Zelensky.
Trump’s stance is partly shaped by Zelensky’s close alignment with the Democratic Party, particularly with Joe Biden’s administration. After Biden’s failed reelection bid and Kamala Harris’ Political downfall, Ukraine found itself without a strong advocate in Washington. Now, Trump appears to view Zelensky as a political liability rather than an asset.
Recent reports, including one from Germany’s Bild, suggest that the White House has even floated the idea of Zelensky’s resignation, with Trump applying pressure to push him out. The administration has not denied these claims, further fueling speculation about Washington’s shifting priorities.
Trump has consistently shown greater respect for leaders who project strength and authority, such as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Russian President Vladimir Putin. In contrast, Zelensky’s leadership style appears to clash with Trump’s worldview.
However, personal sentiment is secondary to strategic interests. Much like in his real estate career, Trump prioritizes pragmatism over emotions in foreign policy. While he did not initiate U.S. support for Ukraine, he now seeks to manage America’s investment in the conflict and extract some form of return.
Trump’s interest in Ukraine extends beyond military or political concerns—he sees economic opportunities in the country’s natural resources, infrastructure, and fertile land. Rather than withdrawing immediately, his administration is pushing for a settlement on terms favorable to Washington.
This strategy was evident in Tuesday’s meeting in Riyadh, where Trump’s negotiators presented Zelensky’s team with an ultimatum: accept a U.S.-brokered ceasefire or risk losing Washington’s support entirely. As pressure mounts, Zelensky faces a critical decision that could determine both his political future and the course of the war.
Trump’s stance is partly shaped by Zelensky’s close alignment with the Democratic Party, particularly with Joe Biden’s administration. After Biden’s failed reelection bid and Kamala Harris’ Political downfall, Ukraine found itself without a strong advocate in Washington. Now, Trump appears to view Zelensky as a political liability rather than an asset.
Recent reports, including one from Germany’s Bild, suggest that the White House has even floated the idea of Zelensky’s resignation, with Trump applying pressure to push him out. The administration has not denied these claims, further fueling speculation about Washington’s shifting priorities.
Trump has consistently shown greater respect for leaders who project strength and authority, such as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Russian President Vladimir Putin. In contrast, Zelensky’s leadership style appears to clash with Trump’s worldview.
However, personal sentiment is secondary to strategic interests. Much like in his real estate career, Trump prioritizes pragmatism over emotions in foreign policy. While he did not initiate U.S. support for Ukraine, he now seeks to manage America’s investment in the conflict and extract some form of return.
Trump’s interest in Ukraine extends beyond military or political concerns—he sees economic opportunities in the country’s natural resources, infrastructure, and fertile land. Rather than withdrawing immediately, his administration is pushing for a settlement on terms favorable to Washington.
This strategy was evident in Tuesday’s meeting in Riyadh, where Trump’s negotiators presented Zelensky’s team with an ultimatum: accept a U.S.-brokered ceasefire or risk losing Washington’s support entirely. As pressure mounts, Zelensky faces a critical decision that could determine both his political future and the course of the war.
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