Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed confidence in salvaging his relationship with President Donald Trump following a heated exchange in the Oval Office. In an exclusive interview, Zelenskyy emphasized the historical and strong relations between the two nations, stating that the bond between the people is paramount.
Zelenskyy acknowledged that while the exchange was regrettable, he believed that the relationship could be repaired. He expressed gratitude towards the American people, the President, and Congress for their support in fostering strong bilateral ties.
The confrontation between Zelenskyy and President Trump, along with Vice President JD Vance, escalated into a shouting match during the Ukrainian president's visit to the U.S. The meeting was intended to discuss a peace negotiation to end the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with the Trump administration also exploring a minerals agreement with Ukraine.
However, the altercation in the Oval Office resulted in a canceled press conference, the minerals deal being taken off the table, and President Trump asking Zelenskyy to leave, as confirmed by a White House official. Despite the tensions, Zelenskyy remained optimistic about the future of the relationship between the two nations.
