What is President Trump's controversial stance on the Ukraine-Russia war, and why is he critical of President Zelensky?
President Trump controversially appears to blame Ukraine for the war, despite the expert's clear assertion that Putin's Russia invaded Ukraine and started the conflict. Trump's criticism of Zelensky likely stems from the Ukrainian president's opposition to peace talks being conducted without Ukraine's participation. The expert suggests Trump is upset because Zelensky has expressed disapproval of negotiations happening 'behind his back' and 'without Ukraine being at the table.' This represents a significant shift from decades of US foreign policy, particularly from the previous administration's approach toward Russia and Ukraine. Trump's reaction demonstrates his sensitivity to criticism, as any opposition to his positions reportedly 'gets under his skin.'
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Understanding the Talks: US-Russia Dynamics Explained
MSNBC·8 months ago