Trump says Zelenskyy disrespects Russia
The gist
US President Donald Trump said the first Putin-Zelenskyy meeting showed "great disrespect" to Russia.
The remark lands days before US, Ukrainian and Russian delegations meet in Abu Dhabi.
How it unfolded
- Feb 28, 2025A Trump-Zelenskyy Oval Office meeting devolved into a shouting match, with Trump and Vance accusing the Ukrainian leader of disrespect; Trump told him, "You're gambling with World War III."
- Feb 28, 2025Trump posted on Truth Social that Zelenskyy "disrespected the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office" and could return "when he is ready for Peace."
- Mar 1, 2025The White House said Trump objected to Zelenskyy's disrespect.
Key terms
- 60 Minutes
- An American television news magazine program broadcast on CBS since 1968.
- Oval Office
- The formal working office of the US president, located in the West Wing of the White House.
- Truth Social
- An American social media platform owned by Trump Media & Technology Group.
Source: Wikipedia