In brief
The comments come as tensions between Ukraine and the US appear to lighten, despite concerns over military aid and negotiations with Russia.
Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, has voiced strong criticisms against the United States, claiming that it is "destroying" the established global order. His remarks were delivered during a conference at Chatham House in London, as he expressed concern over the Trump administration's foreign policy direction, particularly in relation to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Zaluzhnyi highlighted how recent actions from Washington have presented challenges to the unity of Western nations. He notably pointed out a recent cooling of relations between the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump, a situation that emerged after they experienced a public dispute within the Oval Office. The ambassador's commentary comes as Ukraine has made efforts to restore relations with the US following a halt in military aid and intelligence sharing by the Trump administration. He stated, "We see that it is not just the axis of evil and Russia trying to revise the world order, but the US is finally destroying this order." Zaluzhnyi specifically criticized the US for engaging in talks with Russia, labeling President Putin a "war criminal," while expressing concern that these discussions could further jeopardize Ukraine’s security and even the existence of NATO itself. As Zelensky continues to advocate for a swift resolution to the war, apprehensions linger over the concessions that may be made to Russia without sufficient security guarantees for Ukraine. The US delegation's recent engagement with Russia, which did not include European or Ukrainian representation, has only intensified concerns regarding Ukraine's future in the conflict.Zelensky's administration recently criticized Trump for his remarks suggesting that Ukraine was responsible for instigating the war, calling the US president's statements "disinformation." However, following their detente, Zelensky appears to be making diplomatic gestures towards Trump, emphasizing a desire to negotiate peace while sidelining previous security assurances deemed essential to safeguarding Ukraine against Russian aggression.Zaluzhnyi warned that the US's decision to pause intelligence-sharing and earlier opposition to a UN resolution condemning Russian actions present significant threats not only to Ukraine but to the global order overall. As Zelensky faces mounting pressures and limited options, the international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that aligns with the principles of justice and security for affected regions.
