Zelensky's Dispute with Trump and Drone Attacks: Key Points of the Night.

Meeting between Zelensky and Trump: diplomacy and conflicts
Meeting between Zelensky and Trump: diplomacy and conflicts

During the meeting in Washington between Trump and Zelensky, a dispute arose, both presidents made statements, while Russia was attacking Ukraine with drones in the meantime. 'Glavcom' collected the main news of the night before March 1:

Statements by President of Ukraine Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky gave an interview to Fox News and spoke about the deal regarding minerals, the dispute with Trump, and the need for security guarantees. 'Glavcom' reports.

Some key points from the interview:

  • 'We are ready for peace. But we need security guarantees';
  • When asked if he thinks that relations between him and Trump will be restored, Zelensky said: 'Yes, of course, because these relations are bigger than between the presidents. Historically, we have had strong relations';
  • Zelensky explained why the dispute occurred: 'When big politicians say that Ukraine is almost destroyed, our soldiers flee, millions of people are lost, and the president is a dictator - what should the reaction be? And it's not about me. Where is the friendship between the US and Ukraine?';
  • 'Ukraine is still ready to conclude a deal on minerals with the US, but when this will happen depends on the American side. The agreement should be a step towards security guarantees.'

Trump's Statements

On February 28, a meeting took place in Washington between US President Donald Trump and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky. As is known, Zelensky arrived to sign a deal on minerals. However, during the meeting, a real dispute arose. After the quarrel between Trump and Zelensky, the former gathered with his key advisors in the Oval Office and then instructed Secretary of State Rubio and his National Security Advisor Mike Waltz to tell Zelensky that it was Time for him to leave the White House. 'Glavcom' collected the statements Trump made when he came out to the journalists.

Trump called the meeting with Zelensky 'unsuccessful' and after the altercation with Zelensky expressed confidence that Putin wants peace. He also stated that Zelensky without the US will lose. Moreover, the US president insisted on an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine.

Air Defense Operation in Kyiv

In Kyiv, an air alert was declared at 23:59. The Kyiv City State Administration requests everyone to urgently proceed to the civil protection shelters. The Air Force reports that 'shaheds' are flying over Ukraine.

At 1:04, the capital's mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that air defense forces are operational in Kyiv and urged city residents to stay in safe places.

Strike on Kharkiv

The occupiers struck a medical facility in Kharkiv. 'Glavcom' reports citing the city's mayor Igor Terekhov.

Russians attacked Kharkiv with drones: there are explosions in various areas near residential high-rises. In one building, windows were damaged.

Terekhov also reported that the occupiers struck a medical facility where people are located. There is a fire at the shelling site. Seven people are known to have been injured.


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