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Senator Lankford Backs Zelensky Amid GOP Controversy

3/3/2025

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Senator James Lankford passionately backed Ukrainian President Zelensky, emphasizing the dangers of relying on Russia. Amidst a heated meeting with Trump, some GOP members controversially proposed Zelensky's resignation for peace talks. Yet, Zelensky's popularity endures in Ukraine, with figures like General Valery Zaluzhny and Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko emerging as potential successors.

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Senator James Lankford passionately backed Ukrainian President Zelensky, emphasizing the dangers of relying on Russia. Amidst a heated meeting with Trump, some GOP members controversially proposed Zelensky's resignation for peace talks. Yet, Zelensky's popularity endures in Ukraine, with figures like General Valery Zaluzhny and Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko emerging as potential successors.