Trump – “Zelensky is a DICTATOR”

On February 19, 2025, US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social (his own social media platform like X.com). He called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a “Dictator without Elections.”

Trump also said that “Ukraine started the war” and suggested “it could have been avoided if Ukraine hadn’t pursued NATO membership.” Now, let’s do extensive analysis on this thought

Detailed Analysis of Trump’s Accusations

Trump’s post has specific accusations against Zelensky and it speaks volume, lets analyze that!

You can read his full post however, for quick access you can see the attached screenshot as well. Read full post of Trump here on X.com.

let’s go over the gist of what exactly it implies in lament terms,

• Financial Expenditure: Trump said that Zelensky convinced the US to spend $350 billion on the Ukraine war, describing it as unwinnable and unnecessary. This figure is mentioned in various reports (Trump calls Zelensky ‘a dictator’ | CNN). He also said that the US has spent a lot on Ukraine compared to Europe.
• Dictatorial Allegations: Trump said that Zelensky is a “dictator without elections”.
• Popularity Claims: Trump asserted Zelensky is low in Ukrainian polls.
• Manipulation of Biden: Trump said that Zelensky played Biden & that caused manipulation in US policy decisions.

Trump also blasted against Joe Biden:

• Weak Leadership: Trump said that Biden’s weakness and incompetence led to the current Ukraine situation. (Watch: Trump attacks Biden on wars in Ukraine and Afghanistan | PBS News).
• Escalation Risks: Trump accused Biden of trying to start World War III by allowing Ukraine to use US missiles in Russia, as noted by Donald Trump Jr. (Donald Trump Jr accuses Joe Biden of trying to start WWIII after ‘allowing Ukraine to fire US rockets inside Russia’ – LBC).
• Corruption Allegations: Trump accused Biden of corruptly using his influence to benefit his son Hunter in Ukraine.

US Policy Shift & G7 Statement

Recently US blocked one G7 statement which contained word the “Russian Aggression” – Financial Times (US objects to calling out ‘Russian aggression’ in G7 statement on Ukraine). The US instead called terms like “Ukrainian conflict,” which shows a policy shift under Donald Trump’s leadership.

This is an alarming move for G7 allies because it shows a softening stance towards Russia and Trump with Moscow without Ukraine’s involvement.

Trump’s View on War Origins and NATO

Trump’s viewpoint, which is similar to mine and Millions of Indian’s, is that the war started due to Ukraine’s NATO membership talks. Trump said that “War could have been avoided if Ukraine hadn’t pursued NATO membership.” which shows that Russia might not have attacked if Zelensky hadn’t pushed for NATO membership. (Trump calls Zelensky ‘dictator’ as rift between two leaders deepens – BBC News).

International Reactions

Global leaders have reacted but their views and reactions don’t matter why? because Trump now has full power in the Upper and Lower houses as well as in states so he will always be extreme right-wing and his supporters like this. But for the sake of this article let’s see the reaction of world leaders

• UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said “The Prime Minister spoke to President Zelensky this evening and stressed the need for everyone to work together,” and reiterated support for US-led peace efforts (Trump calls Zelensky ‘a dictator’ after Ukraine leader said he was living in Russian ‘disinformation space’ – Le Monde).
• French President Emmanuel Macron said, “The position of France and its allies is clear and united. We wish for peace in Ukraine that is lasting,” on X (After Trump was late, Zelenskyy-Macron trilateral was all smiles and handshakes – POLITICO).
• German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said bit harsh words he said Trump “false and dangerous”. (Trump’s Zelenskyy tirade proves too much for European leaders to stomach – POLITICO).
• Other Leaders: Denmark’s Mette Frederiksen told that Trump’s attack is confusing, said that Zelensky is democratically elected and unusually capable while Sweden’s Ulf Kristersson and Norway’s Jonas Gahr Støre also supported Zelensky.

Economic Implications: Weapon Sales and Aid

This war’s major benefit goes to the country USA and USA’s defense companies. and A significant portion of US aid to Ukraine, estimated at nearly 90%, is spent within the US on weapon purchases or replenishing stockpiles, benefiting American defense contractors. This aligns with reports of US arms sales hitting record highs in 2023, driven by Ukraine-related demand (US weapons sales abroad hit record high in 2023, boosted by Ukraine war – BBC News).

What does Trump want from Ukraine?

Recently Trump said “That 350 billion dollar aid Ukraine took from USA is the money of US taxpayers. We want it back.”.

This implies that the USA want 350 billion dollar worth of Goods or Services from Ukraine. He said Ukraine can sell minerals or services but we want the money back.

If Ukraine disagrees with his decision then Trump will stop funding him and corner Ukraine with everything possible. Then Trump will held talks with Putin and make a deal with him. He will give the area of Ukraine to Putin and trade it with minerals which are present areas. This is all “Game of Resources”

Conclusion and Implications

Trump’s call of Zelensky as a dictator, shows a clear policy shift, which created untrust between the USA and Europe. Next, we are waiting for the peace talks between USA and Russian leaders Trump and Putin.

Recently both USA and Russian Diplomats met in the Middle East for the next plan but no one invited Zelensky and his diplomats in those talks. This shows that USA and Putin will go hand in hand and both will support each other for the next 4 years. Both will divide Ukraine into two parts.

This entire scenario suggests that the peace deal in Ukraine will be against Ukraine’s will but if Ukraine wants to survive then Zelensky has to accept what Trump says otherwise he could

Summary of Key Reactions to Trump’s Remarks