High-Stakes Meeting in the Oval Office: U.S. Leaders Confront Ukraine’s Zelensky
In a significant diplomatic encounter, U.S. President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the Oval Office on February 28, 2025. The meeting, which took place just over a week ago, has drawn attention for its contentious nature.
According to sources, President Trump and Vice President Vance took a confrontational stance during the meeting, delivering stern words to President Zelensky. Rubio, known for his longstanding support of the global diplomatic framework, remained largely silent as the discussions unfolded.
This meeting underscores a potential shift in the U.S.’s approach to global diplomacy, challenging the established international order that Rubio has historically supported. The implications of this shift are yet to be fully understood.
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This episode was produced by Erika Ryan and Brianna Scott, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. It was edited by Courtney Dorning. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.
