In brief
In Brussels, President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the European Union’s support for Ukraine and described the EU leaders as real figures of leadership. He delivered his remarks in the company of Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa amid growing tensions between Ukraine and the United States. In contrast, former U.S. President Donald Trump called Ukraine’s resumption of strikes on Russian oil refineries a disgrace, underscoring a clash of perspectives. BBC correspondent Nick Beake reported the story from Brussels, providing context to the complex international debate.
Zelensky praises EU leaders at Brussels, Trump calls Ukraine’s strikes disgrace
On a chilly day in Brussels, President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked the European Union for the support it has given to Ukraine. He described the heads of state and government gathered in the capital as 'real leaders'.
The remarks were made in the presence of EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa. Zelensky’s comments came at a time when tensions between Ukraine and the United States are on the rise.
In contrast, former U.S. President Donald Trump slammed Ukraine’s resumption of strikes on Russian oil refineries, calling the actions 'a disgrace'. The divergent views highlight the complexity of the international debate over the conflict in Ukraine.
BBC correspondent Nick Beake reported the story from Brussels, adding context to the diplomatic and political tensions that continue to shape the region.
