Zelenskyy Accuses Trump of Siding with Russia and Criticizes Starlink Restrictions

During a visit to London, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that US President Donald Trump favored Russia and that Washington increased pressure on Kyiv as it eased sanctions on Moscow. Zelenskyy said SpaceX's unannounced restriction of Starlink satellite internet terminals seriously disrupted military operations, calling the decision a 'major mistake.' In an interview with Piers Morgan, the Ukrainian leader admitted feeling deceived by Trump.

Despite Trump's call for a ceasefire targeting energy infrastructure, Russia continued rocket and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities. Six people lost their lives in attacks on the western city of Lutsk, and hundreds of thousands were left without electricity. Kyiv stated it refrained from striking energy targets in adherence to the ceasefire but retaliated by targeting Russia's largest data center.

The developments point to a deepening rift in US-Ukraine relations and a critical turning point that could determine the course of the war. Zelenskyy's emphasis that 'we cannot be weak' reflects Kyiv's determination to maintain military resilience while battling the risk of diplomatic isolation. The resolution of the Starlink crisis and Washington's new packages will set the agenda for the coming weeks.