After their initial shock at Trump’s false claims that Ukraine is led by a “dictator” who started the war with Russia, the Ukrainian people are rallying around their President.

Summary

Days before the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion, Ukrainians find unity threatened not just by Russia but also shifting U.S. support.

Donald Trump’s false labeling of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a “dictator” has provoked fierce backlash, even from Zelenskyy’s critics, who now rally around him.

With ongoing Russian attacks and Ukrainian forces stretched thin, Trump’s suggestion of a swift end to hostilities raises fears of concessions favoring Russia.

Officials argue that elections amid war would undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty. Many vow to continue resisting, regardless of major foreign policy changes.

  • Talon@lemm.eeEnglish
    16·
    8 hours ago

    Truth is almost half of the arms that the us sent were sold to line the pockets of the leader class. That is an issue. Guess they should have not been greedy and held on to it. Now I will be the first to say that Putin and Russia are picea of shit for thier aggression. I also don’t agree with what the us government is doing in relation to the Ukraine. But that war has gone on to long and Russia needs to call ot quits and return to the prewar borders.

    • lennybird@lemmy.worldEnglish
      3·
      8 hours ago

      Pre-2014 borders, correct?

      And what reputable source do you have to suggest that “almost half” of all arms that the US sent lined the “pockets of the leader class”?