Content overview: “Trump and Zelensky at Loggerheads Despite Oslo Optimism: Witkoff Hug Fails to Ease US Poli”. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump remain deeply at odds over America's role in the Russia-Ukraine war, even after a seemingly warm moment in Oslo. During a recent visit to the Norwegian capital, Zelensky shared a hug with Steve Witkoff, a Trump ally and real estate investor, but analysts say the gesture is unlikely to bridge the widening gap between Kyiv and Trump's inner circle.
The encounter came as European leaders gathered to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, with Norway playing host to high-level talks. Zelensky has repeatedly pressed Western partners for more robust military and financial support, while Trump and his associates have signaled a desire to scale back US involvement and push for a negotiated settlement with Moscow. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.