On Sunday, November 23, former U.S. president Donald Trump lambasted Ukrainian leadership on Truth Social, accusing Europe of still buying Russian oil and lacking gratitude for U.S. support.
Trump Criticizes Ukrainian Leadership
Trump accused Ukrainian leaders of showing no gratitude for American aid, declaring that he had inherited a war that should never have happened. He criticized Europe for continuing to purchase Russian oil and reiterated that the conflict was lost for everyone.
Claims of Election Fraud and Russia’s Responsibility
He repeated his 2020 election‑fraud allegations, arguing that if the election had not been stolen, Russia might not have attacked Ukraine. Trump said the war began before his second term and blamed the Biden administration for escalating the conflict.
US‑Ukraine Negotiations in Geneva
Delegations from Ukraine, the United States, and European partners began working on a 28‑point plan in Geneva. The U.S. side was represented by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff, while delegates from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany also participated.
Zelensky’s Comments on Negotiations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky posted on X that his delegation had reported on the first meetings. He noted that ongoing work aims to make the plan’s elements truly effective in ending bloodshed and war.
US‑Proposed Plan Calls for Major Concessions
The American proposal would require Ukraine to make substantial territorial concessions to the Kremlin, reduce the size of its army, and abandon aspirations to join NATO. It also stipulates that Russia would avoid war‑crime repercussions.
