Russia has weighed in on the tense exchange between Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during their Oval Office meeting. Russian officials described the confrontation as “historic,” with some taking sharp jabs at Zelensky’s remarks.
Zakharova Praises Trump’s ‘Restraint’
Maria Zakharova, Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, took to Telegram to express her views on the situation. She mocked Zelensky’s claim that Ukraine was left without support in 2022, calling it “his biggest lie.” She further stated that Trump and Vice President JD Vance displayed “miraculous restraint” by not physically reacting to Zelensky’s remarks.
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Medvedev’s Harsh Words
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, used even stronger language. He called Zelensky an “insolent pig” and said he received “a proper slap down in the Oval Office.”
Russian Officials See It as a Turning Point
Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund and a key negotiator in U.S.-Russia talks, described the White House confrontation as “historic.” Dmitriev was part of Russia’s delegation during recent peace talks in Saudi Arabia.
Geopolitical Impact
The heated exchange between Trump and Zelensky could influence U.S. policy on Ukraine, as Trump has expressed skepticism about continued military aid. Moscow sees this as a potential shift in Washington’s stance on the war.
