Donald Trump Criticizes Volodymyr Zelensky Over Bad Decisions

In a recent exchange with reporters, former President Donald Trump took a swipe at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, questioning his leadership and strategy in the ongoing war with Russia.
When asked whether he had spoken with Zelensky about Ukraine’s interest in purchasing more Patriot missile systems, Trump dismissed the inquiry, saying, “Oh, I don’t know. He’s always looking to purchase missiles, you know.”
He went on to criticize Zelensky’s decision-making in the face of the conflict. “When you start a war, you’ve got to know that you can win the war, right?”
Trump said:
You don’t start a war against somebody that’s 20 times your size and then hope that people give you some missiles.
The comments mark a continued pattern of skepticism from Trump toward U.S. aid to Ukraine and its leadership. His remarks drew immediate attention for their blunt tone and timing, as Ukraine continues to appeal for Western military support amid sustained Russian aggression.