JUST IN: Trump Kicks Zelenskyy Out Of WH After ‘Disrespectful’ Oval Office Outburst

In a startling turn of events at the White House, President Donald Trump asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to leave following what he deemed a ‘disrespectful’ confrontation during their meeting, signaling a major diplomatic strain between the United States and Ukraine.

The contentious discussion, which took place in the iconic Oval Office, also included Vice President J.D. Vance, who along with Trump, took issue with Zelenskyy’s approach to discussions about continued U.S. assistance amid Ukraine’s ongoing conflict with Russia. The tension escalated as differing views on the role of the U.S. in the conflict came to the fore, suggesting a potential shift in Washington’s strategy towards Ukraine.

Zelenskyy then left the White House early following his tense public confrontation with Trump and Vance in the Oval Office. The abrupt departure cut short his planned activities, including a scheduled news conference that was subsequently canceled.

It remains unclear whether Zelenskyy chose to leave of his own accord or if he was asked to depart by Trump. Fox News reported that Zelenskyy was “kicked out” of The White House.

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“We had a very meaningful meeting in the White House today,” Trump said in a statement shortly after the meeting on Truth Social. “Much was learned that could never be understood without conversation under such fire and pressure.”

“It’s amazing what comes out through emotion, and I have determined that President Zelenskyy is not ready for Peace if America is involved, because he feels our involvement gives him a big advantage in negotiations. I don’t want advantage, I want PEACE.”

Trump finished, “He disrespected the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office. He can come back when he is ready for Peace.”

Zelenskyy’s visit was primarily to seek additional military and financial support from the U.S. However, resistance was palpable from the onset with Trump and Vance pushing back on what they perceived as Ukraine’s excessive demands.

On Friday Vance criticized Zelenskyy for the manner in which he sought aid, particularly criticizing his public approach and tone. “Mr. President, with respect, I think it’s disrespectful for you to come to the Oval Office and try to litigate this in front of the American media,” Vance said during the meeting.

He also accused the Ukrainian leader of mismanaging the military situation back home, “You guys are going around and forcing conscripts to the front lines because you have manpower problems.” Zelenskyy retorted by inviting Vance to Ukraine to see the situation firsthand, a suggestion Vance dismissed, accusing the Ukrainian leader of offering a skewed perspective through ‘propaganda tours.’

The argument reached a boiling point when Zelenskyy suggested that the U.S. would eventually “feel” the impact of the war, a statement that Trump sharply rebuked. “You don’t know that. Don’t tell us what we’re going to feel.”

“We’re trying to solve a problem. Don’t tell us what we’re going to feel,” Trump interjected.

Trump further criticized Ukraine’s wartime strategies, implying that Zelenskyy was gambling with global security. “You’re not in a good position. You’ve allowed yourself to be in a very bad position.”

“Right now, you’re not playing cards. You’re gambling with the lives of millions of people. You’re gambling with World War III. And what you’re doing is very disrespectful to this country,” Trump said.

The development casts a new shadow over the future of U.S. aid to Ukraine, with Trump advocating for a resolution that does not place America at a tactical disadvantage.