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Several incidents have contributed to the deterioration of U.S.-Ukraine relations. One particularly notable moment occurred on February 12, where President Trump accused Zelenskyy of being disrespectful for delaying a meeting due to oversleeping. Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed the President's sentiments, pointing out the growing frustrations within the U.S. over Zelenskyy's apparent inconsistency regarding negotiations.
During their latest encounter, the mood soured when Zelenskyy took an accusatory tone towards Vice President J.D. Vance, questioning what kind of diplomacy was at play. Vance, in turn, reminded Zelenskyy of the significant U.S. aid — a staggering $183 billion — emphasizing the expectation of gratitude and cooperation when receiving such support.