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Ukrainians feel betrayed by Trump’s red carpet treatment for Putin in Alaska

Ukrainians feel betrayed by Trump’s red carpet treatment for Putin in Alaska

Summary

Ukrainians in Kyiv were upset after U.S. President Donald Trump warmly greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin during a meeting in Alaska. Many Ukrainians viewed this meeting as a betrayal because they are suffering from ongoing Russian attacks. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thought the meeting would mostly serve as a public relations win for Putin.

Key Facts

  • U.S. President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
  • Many Ukrainians felt betrayed by the warm reception given to Putin.
  • The International Criminal Court had issued an arrest warrant for Putin.
  • Ukraine has experienced heavy losses during the ongoing conflict with Russia.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy believed the meeting would help Putin's image.
  • This was the first time Putin had visited the U.S. in ten years.
  • Ukrainian social media shared memes critical of the meeting.
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