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Vance Rebukes Zelensky's Claims; Lavrov Praises Trump Administration

4/15/2025

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U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance slammed Ukrainian President Zelensky's assertions of Russian meddling in America, labeling them as “absurd” and “ungrateful.” He underscored that U.S. support is driven by national interests, not favoritism. In a contrasting tone, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov commended the Trump administration for grasping the war's underlying issues.

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U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance slammed Ukrainian President Zelensky's assertions of Russian meddling in America, labeling them as “absurd” and “ungrateful.” He underscored that U.S. support is driven by national interests, not favoritism. In a contrasting tone, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov commended the Trump administration for grasping the war's underlying issues.