Ukraine left in lurch as Trump exits G7 meeting early without meeting Zelenskyy
Briefly

Ukrainian diplomats are increasingly frustrated with Donald Trump's failure to prioritize Ukraine within the international agenda. Zelenskyy traveled 5,000 miles to attend the G7 conference only to have Trump abruptly leave the night before their planned meeting, citing the need to focus on the Israel-Iran conflict. This lack of engagement has led to doubts about Zelenskyy’s attendance at the upcoming NATO summit. Amid increasing Russian aggression, Ukrainian officials are concerned about Trump's short attention span impacting their country's ability to secure necessary support and arms from the US.
Ukrainian diplomats expressed frustrations over Trump's lack of focus on Ukraine, particularly after his abrupt departure before a scheduled meeting with Zelenskyy at the G7 summit.
The abrupt absence of Trump at the G7 summit has left Ukrainian diplomats feeling embittered, highlighting a broader concern about Ukraine's status in global diplomacy.
Zelenskyy's flight to Canada was overshadowed by a large Russian attack on Ukraine, exacerbating the sense of urgency for allies to provide support during the conflict.
Despite promises of new arms deliveries at the NATO summit, Trump's failure to commit to supporting Ukraine against Russia raises doubts about future diplomatic engagements.
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