Trump Warns Zelensky: Act Fast or Ukraine Could Be Lost
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,
urging him to “act quickly” to negotiate an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine. Speaking at a
conference in Florida, Trump cautioned that failure to do so could leave Zelensky without a country to
govern.
Trump renewed his criticisms of Zelensky, suggesting the Ukrainian leader could have attended talks
with Russia in Saudi Arabia if he truly wanted peace. “I hope we can soon reach a ceasefire between
Russia and Ukraine,” Trump added, signaling his intent to push for a resolution.
Tensions Rise Between Trump and Zelensky
Trump’s sharp tone toward Ukraine comes amid escalating tensions between the two leaders.
Disagreements have deepened between Washington and most European nations over Trump’s approach
to resolving Europe’s largest conflict since World War II. While Ukraine’s resistance to Russia has
garnered bipartisan support in the US, Trump’s harsh rhetoric has drawn criticism from Democrats and
even some Republicans.
Zelensky fired back, accusing Trump of “falling into the trap of Russian propaganda.” However, US Vice
President J.D. Vance quickly warned Zelensky against publicly criticizing the new president,
highlighting the risks of such a move.
Trump’s Push for a Moscow-Friendly Deal
Trump is determined to end the fighting on terms that Kyiv views as overly favorable to Moscow. In a
lengthy post on his Truth Social platform, he attacked Zelensky, calling him a “dictator with no
elections.” Trump wrote: “Imagine a modestly successful comedian, Volodymyr Zelensky, convincing
the United States to spend $350 billion fighting a war that couldn’t be won, shouldn’t have started, and
can’t be settled without the US and Trump.”
The remarks underscore Trump’s frustration with Zelensky’s leadership and his belief that the war’s
burden falls disproportionately on American shoulders. As negotiations loom, the pressure is mounting
on Zelensky to align with Trump’s vision—or risk losing vital US support.
