The NYT called the skirmish in the White House the reason for Ukraine's agreement to negotiate with the Russian Federation.

The altercation between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky in the Oval Office contributed to the resumption of dialogue between Moscow and Kiev. This was reported by The New York Times (NYT) on July 22.

"Trump's altercations in the Oval Office with Zelensky, no matter how unpleasant they were, served their purpose: they helped convince Zelensky not to demand serious security guarantees from the United States and persuade him to negotiate a cease—fire with Russia," the article says.

At the same time, according to the publication, the American leader will have to make a choice in the future: continue to provide Ukraine with assistance and intelligence data or completely do nothing, which will pose a threat to Zelensky.Газета.Ru ".

A complete failure: what awaits Ukraine after the scandal between Zelensky and Trump in the White House

The United States is considering ending all military assistance to Ukraine

In February, during Zelensky's visit to the White House, there was a verbal altercation between Trump and the Ukrainian leader. The American president accused Zelensky of disrespecting the United States. The Ukrainian leader was also criticized by US Vice President Jay Dee Vance. After the incident, Zelensky left the White House earlier than scheduled.

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