Trump Boasts of ‘Good Relations’ with Putin in Front of Zelensky

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9 月 30, 2024 #putin, #trump, #zelensky, #凤凰网-军事

Trump Claims Good Relationship with Putin During Meeting with Zelensky

New York, NY – Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyat Trump Tower in New York City on Wednesday, September 27th. During a press conference prior to their meeting, Trump reiterated his previous claims that hecould swiftly end the Russo-Ukrainian conflict if re-elected, adding that he has a good relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Our relationship isvery good, and as you know, I have a very good relationship with President Putin, Trump stated. I think if we win [the election], we’ll be able to solve this [the conflict] very quickly.

Zelensky interjected, I hope we have a better relationship.

Oh, I know, Trump responded. It takes two to tango. You know, we’ll – we’ll have a very good meeting today. I thinkit’s a very good sign that we’re here together today.

The meeting comes amidst growing tension between Trump and Zelensky. Recent public statements by Zelensky and his perceived closeness with the Democratic party have angered Republicans, including Trump. On September 25th, Trump publicly accused Zelensky of maliciously slanderinghim and initially threatened to cancel their meeting.

According to CNN, the tension between the two leaders was evident during the pre-meeting press conference.

Following the meeting, Trump and Zelensky appeared together on Fox News. Trump reiterated his belief that a fair agreement is possible and can be reached quickly, while Zelenskyemphasized the need for a complete withdrawal of Russian forces from Ukraine.

Zelensky’s recent visit to the US has been marked by his efforts to secure further military support from the Biden administration. However, his perceived harmony with Democratic leaders has sparked backlash from Republicans.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has criticizedZelensky’s visit to a munitions factory in Scranton, Pennsylvania on September 22nd, calling it a short-sighted and politically motivated visit that intentionally excluded Republicans.

The meeting between Trump and Zelensky comes at a crucial moment in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, with both sides seeking to bolster their internationalsupport. It remains to be seen how this meeting will impact the ongoing conflict and the upcoming US presidential election.

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