News

NATO chief speaks out with warning to Zelenskyy after he was accused of ‘gambling with WW3’ by Trump

Mark Rutte urged the Ukrainian leader to try and bury the hatchet with Trump NATO chief Mark Rutte has urged Volodymyr Zelenskyy to try and patch things up with…
NATO chief speaks out with warning to Zelenskyy after he was accused of ‘gambling with WW3’ by Trump
Send to

Mark Rutte urged the Ukrainian leader to try and bury the hatchet with Trump

NATO chief Mark Rutte has urged Volodymyr Zelenskyy to try and patch things up with Donald Trump following their ‘unfortunate’ clash in the White House.

Tempers flared between the duo on Friday (28 February) as they discussed Russia’s invasion of Ukraine while trying to hash out a minerals deal and security guarantees.

The US President warned his Ukrainian counterpart that he was ‘gambling with World War III’ during the heated exchange, which a body language expert has now weighed in on.

Trump shared a statement slamming Zelenskyy for ‘disrespecting the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office’ in the wake of the tense meeting on his ‘Truth Social’ social media platform.

But the Ukrainian President – whose understated attire has got people talking – refused to apologise, although he did admit he doesn’t want to ‘lose [the] friendship’ between his nation and the US.

NATO’s secretary general is on the same page too, as Mark Rutte told Zelenskyy he needs to find a way to remedy this rough patch with Trump and reckons they need to salvage the countries kinship.

He described the meeting as ‘unfortunate’ in a phone call with Zelenskyy hours after it took place, according to the BBC.

Rutte told the leader of the war-torn country: “I think you have to find a way, dear Volodymyr, to restore your relationship with Donald Trump and the American administration. That is important going forward.”

The Dutch politician, who has served as secretary general of NATO since October 2024, went on to remind Zelenskyy of how the US has helped him throughout Russia’s invasion.

Recommended Article Airlines asked to make changes after passenger’s photo goes viral.

“We really have to respect what President Trump has done so far for Ukraine,” Rutte said.

“Without the Javelins in 2022, when the full-scale attack started, Ukraine would have been nowhere,” he said in reference to the anti-tank weapons which Trump sent to Ukraine in 2019.

“I told him we really have to give Trump credit for what he did then, what America did since then and also what America is still doing.”

Rutte said he was sure that Trump was ‘committed to bring Ukraine to a durable peace’, adding: “And obviously, what they need to get there is to make sure that we’ll all work together on this.”

Despite Zelenskyy and Trump being on shaky ground, Ukraine’s leader received a warm welcome from UK Prime Minister as he arrived at Downing Street yesterday (1 March).

Sir Keir Starmer reassured him that his nation ‘has full backing across the United Kingdom’, while speaking of ‘our absolute determination to stand with’ Ukraine.

“A lasting peace for Ukraine based on sovereignty and security for Ukraine – so important for Ukraine, so important for Europe and so important for the United Kingdom,” the Labour leader added.

Zelenskyy told Starmer he was glad that Ukraine had ‘such friends’, according to the BBC.

Have you read them?

The Last Words And Heartfelt Gesture Pope Francis Made In His Final Moments

Do You Remember This Classic Toy? If You Do, You’ve Lived Through A Time Of Simple Yet Magical Fun! Discover The Fascinating History Behind Its Creation

Pirate Game – Spot the Differences

Just one spoon and you’ll run to the bathroom

News Feed

26.04.2025 14:44 Stories

Airlines asked to make changes after passenger’s photo goes viral.

26.04.2025 14:41 Celebrities

Jesse Plemons Once Played Late Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Son Before Taking on His Hunger Games Character for Upcoming Prequel

26.04.2025 14:38 Celebrities

Brooke Shields Breaks Down in Tears After Husband Chris Henchy Surprises Daughter for Her Birthday

26.04.2025 14:35 Spotlight

Only Geniuses Can Solve This Math Puzzle in 10 Seconds

26.04.2025 14:32 World

Stephen Hawking’s Doomsday Warning is Coming Faster Than We Thought

26.04.2025 14:27 World

The Last Words And Heartfelt Gesture Pope Francis Made In His Final Moments

26.04.2025 14:24 Items

Do You Remember This Classic Toy? If You Do, You’ve Lived Through A Time Of Simple Yet Magical Fun! Discover The Fascinating History Behind Its Creation

26.04.2025 14:19 Spotlight

Pirate Game – Spot the Differences

26.04.2025 14:14 Tips & Tricks

Just one spoon and you’ll run to the bathroom

26.04.2025 14:10 Stories

Man who saw ‘proof’ that ‘death is not the end’ explains the seven levels of afterlife

26.04.2025 14:03 Tips & Tricks

Absolutely do not bathe at these 4 times

26.04.2025 13:55 Spotlight

Only highly intelligent people can find the mistake in the man and dog picture in 6 seconds!

26.04.2025 13:49 World

Prince William Joins World Leaders at Pope Francis’ Funeral

26.04.2025 13:45 Stories

NFL Draft Pick Derrick Harmon’s Mom Dies Shortly After His Selection by the Steelers

26.04.2025 13:39 World

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump Attend Pope Francis’ Funeral, with Melania in Black Veil

25.04.2025 23:24 Celebrities

Justin Bieber Posts Emotional Plea, Says Paparazzi Attention ‘Has to Stop’

25.04.2025 23:20 Celebrities

She Received Meghan Markle’s As Ever Box — and Sent Something Back: ‘One Lifestyle Homemaker to Another’

25.04.2025 23:17 News

Gilbert Arenas’ Son Alijah Out of Coma but Remains Intubated After Cybertruck Car Crash

25.04.2025 23:13 Celebrities

Hailey Bieber Sends On-Stage Message to Justin Bieber Amid Ongoing Health Speculation and Paparazzi Battle

25.04.2025 23:00 Stories

My husband abandoned me and our child in his crumbling, outdated shack. Little did he know, beneath that dilapidated house lay a secret room filled with gold — a treasure that had been hidden for years.

25.04.2025 22:56 Celebrities

Fox News’ Fox News’ Peter Doocy and wife Hillary welcome second baby after 30-hour labor on a very special day and wife Hillary welcome second baby after 30-hour labor on a very special day

25.04.2025 22:52 World

Pope’s doctor says he didn’t suffer – and reveals his last regret

25.04.2025 22:49 Tips & Tricks

Your Guide to Preparing for the Gynecologist: 10 Key Dos and Don’ts

25.04.2025 22:43 Joke

A woman is sitting bed with her lover

25.04.2025 22:41 Health

If you eat EGG every day

25.04.2025 22:37 World

New rule for viewing Pope Francis’ body after “outrageous” behavior

25.04.2025 22:33 Health

WHY SOME PEOPLE D:IE IN THEIR SLEEP

25.04.2025 22:26 World

All the items Pope Francis will have in his casket when he’s buried

25.04.2025 22:22 Celebrities

Fox News star Will Cain rekindled romance with college sweetheart — and now they have two kids

25.04.2025 14:47 Spotlight

Can You Solve This Horse Puzzle? The Answer Lies in the Details – See the Full Explanation!

Exit mobile version