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'I’ll say ‘how you doing?': Trump says Zelensky is in 'tough situation' ahead of meet at NATO summit
WION ^ | 6/24/2025 | Prapti Upadhayay

Posted on 06/24/2025 10:34:23 AM PDT by marcusmaximus

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (June 24) that he would “probably” meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the upcoming NATO summit in The Hague. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump confirmed the possibility when asked about a meeting. “Yeah probably I’ll see him,” he said. When asked what he intended to say to the Ukrainian leader, Trump replied, “I’ll say ‘how you doing?’ He’s in a tough situation, should never have been there.”

Zelensky team confirms meeting preparations

Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, also confirmed that talks were under way to prepare for the meeting. He said he had spoken with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday about the upcoming discussion.

“The United States reaffirmed its unwavering support for a ceasefire,” Yermak wrote on social media platform X. A source close to the Ukrainian delegation told AFP that the meeting was scheduled for the “early afternoon” in the Netherlands and that both sides were finalising details.

According to the AFP report, the focus of the meeting would be Ukraine’s plans to purchase a new defence package, particularly air defence systems, as Russian missile and drone strikes continue to threaten cities across Ukraine. The leaders are also expected to discuss stronger sanctions against Russia and a proposed reduction in the oil price cap.

Ukraine and its allies are pushing for the current $60-per-barrel price cap on Russian oil to be lowered to $45 in a bid to further limit Moscow’s war funding.

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1 posted on 06/24/2025 10:34:23 AM PDT by marcusmaximus
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To: marcusmaximus

Trump replied, “I’ll say ‘how you doing?’...now run along and play, little boy.


2 posted on 06/24/2025 10:50:41 AM PDT by shelterguy
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To: marcusmaximus

I expect Zelenskyy is butthurt about having all the attention toward the Middle East of late, and also that we actually HELPED Israel against Iran. He likely can’t decide whether to compliment POTUS for his work on it or to whine to the MSM about how he’s left out there as the victim.


3 posted on 06/24/2025 10:57:07 AM PDT by NEMDF
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Israel took out Putin’s drone factories in Iran. Good news for Zelensky and Ukraine.


4 posted on 06/24/2025 11:00:13 AM PDT by marcusmaximus
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To: marcusmaximus

As a Christian, I know I shouldn’t think it, but I almost wish Z’s assassination attempt wouldn’t have failed.


5 posted on 06/24/2025 11:04:50 AM PDT by Flaming Conservative ((Pray without ceasing))
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“I’d like to see a deal with Russia,” Trump said on Tuesday morning as he headed to the NATO summit in the Netherlands, Fox News reported.

“As you know Vladimir called me up. He said, ‘Can I help you with Iran?’ I said, ‘No, I don’t need help with Iran. I need help with you.’

“And I hope we’re going to be getting a deal done with Russia, which is a shame. Six thousand soldiers died last week.”

https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4325001/posts


6 posted on 06/24/2025 11:06:21 AM PDT by marcusmaximus
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To: marcusmaximus

Z doesn’t have the cards.


7 posted on 06/24/2025 11:08:25 AM PDT by 1Old Pro
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Putin lost 1/3 of his strategic bombers 3 weeks ago. And Israel blew up all his drone factories in Iran last week.


8 posted on 06/24/2025 11:13:55 AM PDT by marcusmaximus
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It is contrary to real US interests to aid Ukraine in any way, shape, form or fashion.


9 posted on 06/24/2025 1:36:00 PM PDT by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: shelterguy

Is Ed Koch still around?


10 posted on 06/24/2025 6:14:59 PM PDT by scrabblehack
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To: Flaming Conservative

“”As a Christian, I know I shouldn’t think it, but I almost wish Z’s assassination attempt wouldn’t have failed.””

Not wishing harm on anyone but Mini-Z should retire so an adult could take over.


11 posted on 06/24/2025 6:17:35 PM PDT by shelterguy
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As long as Zelensky wasn’t there roaming the halls at night....

President Donald Trump began his first — and only — full day at the NATO summit with a breakfast courtesy of the Dutch king and queen.

Trump had stayed overnight at the Huis Ten Bosch palace at the invitation of Dutch King Willem-Alexander. Only a still photographer was allowed to witness the meal on behalf of the White House press corps.

“The day begins in the beautiful Netherlands,” Trump posted on his social media account later Wednesday morning. “The King and Queen are beautiful and spectacular people. Our breakfast meeting was great! Now it’s off to the very important NATO Meetings. The USA will be very well represented!”


12 posted on 06/25/2025 1:49:32 AM PDT by Texan4Life
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To: NEMDF

President Trump arriving.... amongst all of the NATO FreeLoaders . . .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGHUWPK5lnE


13 posted on 06/25/2025 6:52:05 AM PDT by Texan4Life
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14 posted on 06/25/2025 7:04:49 AM PDT by Albion Wilde (Think about it: The Supreme Court is nine lawyers appointed for life by politicians. —David Horowitz)
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Lol!


15 posted on 06/25/2025 7:13:12 AM PDT by marcusmaximus
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