Zelensky Addresses European Summit in Brussels Amid Strained Relations With Trump

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How the sides differ Left sources emphasize the Zelensky-Trump rift and its risks for Ukraine; alternative sources stress his appeals on European support, sanctions and Russia's stance on talks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke at a European summit in Brussels on Friday. Left-leaning outlets describe him praising "real leaders" in Europe in an apparent veiled reference to US President Donald Trump, amid tense relations between Kyiv and Washington. One outlet says a continued war of words could endanger operational help Ukraine still receives from the US. France 24 reports he urged European leaders to keep supporting Kyiv, warned against easing sanctions on Russia, said ending the war remains a priority, and accused Putin of lacking real interest in negotiations.

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Left · 2 sources CNNCNNZelensky praises ‘real leaders’ in Europe as his relationship with Trump deteriorates

• NYThe New York TimesThe Rupturing Trump-Zelensky Relationship Stands to Hurt Ukraine and Its European Allies

Left-leaning outlets focus on the deteriorating Zelensky-Trump relationship and the potential consequences for Ukraine and its European allies.

Alternative F2France 24REPLAY: Ukraine's Zelensky holds presser in Brussels

France 24 focuses on Zelensky's message to European leaders: sustain support, keep sanctions on Russia, and his claim that Putin is not serious about negotiating.

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