Days after a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, US President Donald Trump has condemned Zelenskyy's statement that a peace deal to end the Ukraine-Russia war is "still very, very far away."

In a scathing post on Truth Social, Trump accused Zelenskyy of deliberately prolonging the war for continued US and European support, signaling a potential shift in America’s stance on Ukraine aid.

Trump Calls Zelenskyy's Statement the "Worst" Possible Remark

Reacting to Zelenskyy’s pessimistic outlook on a potential peace deal with Russia, Trump criticized the Ukrainian leader, warning that America would not tolerate it for much longer.

"This is the worst statement that could have been made by Zelenskyy, and America will not put up with it for much longer!" Trump wrote.

"It is what I was saying, this guy doesn’t want there to be peace as long as he has America’s backing. Europe, in the meeting they had with Zelenskyy, stated flatly that they cannot do the job without the U.S. – Probably not a great statement to have been made in terms of a show of strength against Russia. What are they thinking?"

Trump’s remarks suggest growing frustration with Ukraine’s dependence on US military and financial aid and may indicate a potential shift in American policy under his leadership.

Zelenskyy’s Response: Confident in Continued US Support

Despite Trump’s criticism, Zelenskyy remained optimistic about Ukraine’s relationship with the US. Speaking in Ukrainian before leaving London, he expressed confidence that Washington would continue backing Kyiv, despite the recent tensions with Trump.

“I think our relationship (with the U.S.) will continue, because it’s more than an occasional relationship,” Zelenskyy said Sunday.

“I believe that Ukraine has a strong enough partnership with the United States of America” to keep aid flowing, he added.

Zelenskyy’s upbeat tone comes amid increasing uncertainty about US support, as Trump has signaled a more cautious approach toward funding Ukraine’s war efforts.

Western Allies Rally Amid Political Uncertainty in the US

Zelenskyy’s visit to London was part of a broader effort to secure continued European support for Ukraine, especially as the US political landscape remains volatile. He attended a meeting hosted by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, aimed at rallying European nations to increase military and financial assistance to Ukraine.

However, the recent shift in US political dynamics, coupled with Trump’s overtures toward Russian President Vladimir Putin, has left Ukraine facing a challenging road ahead.

With Ukraine’s army struggling against larger Russian forces, the loss of US support could drastically change the war’s trajectory. As Trump continues to question America’s involvement, European nations may have to step up their commitments to fill the gap.

What’s Next?

• Will Trump cut off or reduce US aid to Ukraine?
• Can Europe sustain Ukraine’s war effort without American support?
• How will Russia respond to the uncertainty in Western support for Ukraine?

As the situation unfolds, Zelenskyy faces a critical challenge—securing continued backing from allies while navigating a potentially shifting US policy under Trump. The coming months could define the future of the Ukraine-Russia war and reshape global geopolitics.