BREAKING: Ukraine Caves to Trump
THE LOSER…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for an immediate truce in the sky and sea following a contentious confrontation with U.S. President Donald Trump, who announced a pause on all military aid to Ukraine on March 3, 2025. The announcement came after a heated White House meeting on February 28, where Trump and Vice President JD Vance berated Zelensky for not showingsufficient gratitude for past U.S. support, escalating tensions between the two leaders. Zelensky’s truce proposal includes a ban on missiles, long-range drones, and bombs targeting civilian infrastructure, as well as a maritime ceasefire, contingent on Russia reciprocatin, as he seeks to de-escalate the conflict and repair diplomatic ties with the U.S.
The fallout from the White House clash has deepened the rift between Kyiv and Washington, with Trump’s decision to halt aid seen as a pressure tactic to force Ukraine into peace negotiations with Russia. During the meeting, Trump accused Zelensky of “gambling with World War Three” and demanded more appreciation for the $180 billion in military assistance provided since Russia’s invasion three years ago. In response, Zelensky expressed regret over the encounter, acknowledging America’s significant role in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty, including Trump’s earlier provision of Javelin missiles, while stressing his readiness to work with the U.S. to end the war swiftly through a potential minerals deal and diplomatic efforts.
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The pause in U.S. military aid has raised alarm in Ukraine, with critics warning it could embolden Russian President Vladimir Putin and jeopardize Ukraine’s defense capabilities. Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko described the move as potentially “catastrophic,” arguing it weakens Kyiv’s position against Russian aggression. Meanwhile, European allies like Britain and France have stepped up, offering troops to secure a potential ceasefire, though Russia has rejected such involvement. Zelensky’s shift to a conciliatory tone—emphasizing gratitude and a desire to collaborate with Trump—reflects the precarious situation Ukraine faces as it navigates dwindling U.S. support and an ongoing war, with global markets already showing signs of unease as U.S. stock indices dipped on March 4, 2025.