Europe backs Zelenskyy after spat with Trump

Trump's berating of Ukraine prez to deepen fissures that have emerged in relations between US and Europe: Analysts

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UKRAINE'S European partners as well as other global leaders rallied behind President Volodymyr Zelenskyy while the White House touted support for President Donald Trump's 'American First strength' after a remarkable showdown in the Oval Office between the two leaders.

The heated exchange between Trump and Zelenskyy and the resulting outpouring of support for the Ukrainian leader highlighted the deep fissures that have emerged between America and Europe over Ukraine.

Zelenskyy's timeline on X was filled with messages of support from European allies and other countries from across the world. His response to all the messages was 'Thank you for your support'.

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, who was in India on Friday for an official visit, said in a post on X, "Your dignity honours the bravery of the Ukrainian people. Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone, dear President @ZelenskyyUa. We will continue working with you for a just and lasting peace."