In a heated Oval Office meeting, former US President Trump criticized both President Biden and Ukraine's President Zelenskyy. Trump argued that without US aid, Ukraine's conflict with Russia would have ended swiftly. The exchange escalated as VP Vance also berated Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, EU leaders reiterated their support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing war.
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