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Europeans back Zelenskyy after Trump calls for new Ukrainian leader
POLITICO.eu • • nation
Key Points:
- The United Kingdom, Germany, and Poland have publicly reaffirmed their support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following U.S. President Donald Trump's comments suggesting Ukraine needs a new leader.
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk expressed strong confidence in Zelenskyy's leadership and assured full solidarity from Poland and Europe in Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression.
- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul emphasized the need for consistent support for Ukraine and called for increased pressure on Moscow to return to peace negotiations.
- The UK government, including Defense Secretary Wes Streeting and Prime Minister Andy Burnham, reiterated their backing for Zelenskyy, stressing that Ukrainians should decide their leadership and committing to stronger sanctions against Russia.
- The show of support followed tensions after the U.S. eased diesel sanctions on Russia and Trump criticized Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities, while Zelenskyy indicated Ukraine might halt attacks on Russian energy infrastructure if Russia ceases its strikes.
