Trump warns Ukraine 'may not survive' as US suspends military aid

In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump expressed doubt about Ukraine's ability to survive the ongoing war with Russia, stating, 'It may not survive anyway.' His comments came amid a suspension of U.S. military aid to Ukraine, which has raised concerns among European leaders about Kyiv's future. Trump attributed the war's escalation to weaknesses in U.S.-Russia relations and suggested that a crucial mineral deal with Ukraine would not be sufficient for resuming aid. The meeting in which this deal was to be signed ended in tensions between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with Trump accusing Zelensky of disrespecting U.S. support. Meanwhile, reports indicate that Russia has made significant territorial gains in recent days, further undermining Ukraine's negotiating position. As the conflict continues, Trump's administration appears focused on leveraging U.S. support for strategic negotiations rather than military assistance.