Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Donald Trump of betraying Ukraine during an exclusive interview. He claimed the US is "losing" its support and criticized Trump’s decision to pursue a diesel deal with Russia. Zelensky warned that this agreement would lead to more civilian deaths.
Zelensky also addressed the slowdown of Starshield, a military version of Starlink. He claimed the delay in communication services is costing lives by limiting Ukraine’s ability to respond to attacks. Elon Musk, owner of SpaceX, blamed the Trump administration for the throttling, stating it was not caused by SpaceX.
Ukraine has accused the US of aiding Russia by failing to alert forces about incoming missile attacks. Zelensky criticized the lack of warnings, which he said allowed Russia to violate an energy ceasefire. He called on Musk to restore Starlink services, which Kyiv claims have been deliberately slowed.
Zelensky expressed frustration over Trump’s actions, calling him "on the wrong side of history." He emphasized the importance of US support for Ukraine’s defense. The situation highlights growing tensions between Ukraine and the US, as well as internal divisions within the American political landscape.
The conflict in Ukraine has intensified over the past year, with both sides accusing each other of escalating hostilities. Zelensky’s recent statements reflect the increasing pressure on the US to provide more direct military and technological support. The role of private companies like SpaceX in the war remains a point of contention.
