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In the face of what many perceived as bullying from Trump and Vance, Zelensky defended Ukraine's plight, expressing his frustrations over the circumstances his country is enduring. "With respect, I think it's disrespectful for you to come into the Oval Office and try to litigate this in front of the American Media," Zelensky remarked, reflecting the gravity of his nation’s struggle amidst war.
The Ukrainian president then pivoted to discussing the dire situation within his country, which has suffered immense casualties. Through his responses, he made it clear that the complexities of the war were not being adequately considered by the American leaders. He argued for the necessity of genuine security arrangements versus mere ceasefires which had been ignored in the past by Russia.