Statements · 10/11/2026
Trump Calls for New Ukrainian President After Zelensky Criticizes Diesel Deal
Trump says Ukraine needs a new president after Zelensky warned a diesel deal with Russia would help fund Moscow's war.
Why it matters
The exchange highlights a disagreement over a deal with Russia to release diesel into the US.
- ★Trump said it was time for Ukraine to get a new president.
- ★Zelensky condemned the deal with Russia to release diesel into the US.
- ★Ukraine's leader said the deal would help Moscow fund the war.