Trump Overshadows Zelenskyy's Meeting with European Leaders Amid New US National Security Strategy
Former President Donald Trump has again criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and overshadowed his recent meeting with European leaders. This development comes as the White House unveiled a new national security strategy that has raised concerns among European officials about future US support for Ukraine. While the Kremlin praised the new US approach, reactions in Europe have been apprehensive.
The situation highlights tensions in US foreign policy and the evolving dynamics of Europe-US relations, particularly regarding the Trump administration's approach to Ukraine. The coverage, dated Monday, 8 December 2025, and last modified on Tuesday, 9 December 2025, is part of Today in Focus: The Latest, featuring Lucy Hough and Europe correspondent Jon Henley. It frames the critical question of whether Trump will withdraw or reduce US support for Ukraine amidst these geopolitical shifts.