President Donald Trump defended his shifting stance on Ukraine and said “great progress” is being made with Russia toward ending the war that Russia started. Trump spoke in West Palm Beach, according to a CBS News report filed from the city.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded with a warning. He said that if the United States sides with Russia, it would be a “historic mistake.”
The remarks came as Trump’s approach to the conflict has drawn scrutiny from both sides. The video report does not detail specific terms under discussion or a timeline for a deal.
For South Florida readers, the story puts a spotlight on Trump’s presence in Palm Beach County, where he has been spending time as the midterm election approaches.
