Former US President Donald Trump on Wednesday criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, claiming the US has spent $200 billion more than Europe in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war with no returns.
🔔 Key Highlights:
US spent: $350 billion; Europe’s contribution “guaranteed” 🇪🇺
Trump: “Zelenskyy talked the US into a war that couldn’t be won.” 🕊️
Called Zelenskyy a “dictator without elections” 🗯️
Accused Zelenskyy of “poor management” & keeping the “gravy train going” 🚂
Claimed “half the US money sent is missing.”
🗨️ Trump’s Truth Social Post:
“Think of it, a modestly successful comedian persuaded us into spending $350 billion for a war that never had to start… Europe pays less, we get nothing back!” 🌍
“Zelenskyy better move fast, or he won’t have a country left.” 🇺🇦
⚔️ On Ending the War:
Trump: “Only my administration can negotiate peace with Russia.” 🕊️
“Biden never tried, Europe failed, Zelenskyy just wants money.” 💵
After US-Russia talks, Trump feels “much more confident” about ending the conflict.
🔥 Why Does It Matter?
➡️ US taxpayers question massive spending amid domestic concerns 💸
➡️ Europe’s role under scrutiny despite geographic proximity 🌍
➡️ Potential shift in diplomatic strategy if Trump returns to office 🏛️
💬 Trump’s Verdict:
“Senseless war; it should have never happened under my watch.” 🚫
“Millions have unnecessarily died — Russians, Ukrainians, even Koreans.”