Following weeks of mounting tension, Ukraine has managed to secure a level of U.S. support that, while falling short of full satisfaction, offers enough to prevent total defeat at the hands of Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s remarks at a recent press conference, along with his messages to U.S. President Donald Trump were particularly noteworthy.

President Zelensky expressed clear resistance to President Donald Trump’s intentions of seizing $500 billion in mineral resources from Ukrainian territory. Zelensky did not view this proposal favorably, instead emphasizing that Ukraine's role in the war was not only to defend its own sovereignty but also to uphold the honor of the West. In a strong declaration, he made it clear that Ukraine owes nothing to the United States.

▪️ Ukraine received $100 billion in aid from the US, not $350 billion. 120 billion — Ukraine, 100 billion — Europe and partners, 100 billion — the US. Not 500, not 300, and not 700.

▪️ With all due respect to our........

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