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US official says Trump's frustration with Zelenskyy is 'multifold' and blasts 'insults' from Ukraine


Published on 2025-02-20 18:41:33 - MSN
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  • A top White House official said Thursday that President Donald Trump's increasingly tough criticism of Volodymyr Zelenskyy reflects the administration's growing frustration with what they see as the Ukrainian leader creating roadblocks to finding an endgame to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The article from MSN discusses the complex relationship between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, highlighting Trump's frustration with Zelenskyy. According to a U.S. official, Trump's irritation stems from multiple issues, including Zelenskyy's refusal to play along with Trump's political maneuvers, such as not investigating Joe Biden or his son Hunter, which was a significant point of contention during Trump's first impeachment. Additionally, Trump has been irked by what he perceives as Zelenskyy's ingratitude for the military aid provided by the U.S., especially given Zelenskyy's public criticisms of the aid's sufficiency. The article also notes that Trump has privately insulted Zelenskyy, referring to him disparagingly and expressing annoyance at Zelenskyy's perceived lack of appreciation and his public rebukes. This dynamic has been further complicated by Zelenskyy's efforts to maintain a balanced relationship with both U.S. political parties, which has not sat well with Trump.

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