Trump blames Ukraine for starting Russia war

Donald Trump has made controversial statements blaming Ukraine for the war with Russia, suggesting that Ukraine 'should have never started it' and could have settled the conflict earlier. These remarks came after a meeting in Saudi Arabia between U.S. and Russian officials that excluded Ukraine, prompting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to express disappointment over the lack of Ukrainian representation in discussions. Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine would not accept any ultimatums from Russia, which he believes undermine Ukraine's sovereignty. Additionally, Trump indicated he would not oppose the deployment of European peacekeeping troops in Ukraine if they were part of a peace deal, asserting that U.S. troops would not be involved. This dialogue has raised concerns about the potential sidelining of Ukraine in international negotiations regarding its future. The situation highlights the complex dynamics between the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine as they navigate this ongoing conflict.