Report: Donald Trump ‘lost his temper,’ ‘cursed,’ and ‘threw maps’ during a tense ultimatum to Zelenskyy.

The denial of advanced military equipment, particularly the Tomahawk missiles, was a major setback for Zelenskyy. Just days prior to the meeting, Trump had publicly stated that he had seriously considered sending the missiles to Ukraine as a way to help strike back against Russian forces. Yet, during their private discussion, Trump expressed reluctance, emphasizing the need to maintain a strong stockpile of weapons within the U.S. itself. He cited the unpredictable nature of global conflicts and the importance of being prepared for any future crises, whether in times of war or peace.

In a public statement following the meeting, Trump elaborated on his reasoning, saying, “I have an obligation also to make sure that we’re completely stocked up as a country, because you never know what’s going to happen in war and peace.” He went on to express a preference for ending the conflict sooner rather than later, adding, “We’d much rather have them not need Tomahawks. We’d much rather have the war be over to be honest.”Continue reading…