The White House Casablanca office witnessed a confrontation described as "historical", between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodimir Zellinski, ended with the latter's departure early after the escalation of tension between the two parties.

The confrontation began when the two presidents were talking to the media, before their spelling escalated significantly. Trump and his deputy JD Vans exchanged conversation with Zelinski, before Fanz accused the Ukrainian president of making propaganda tours. Zelinski responded with the invitation of Vans to visit Ukraine, which was not welcomed by the latter.

In turn, Trump escalated his speech, saying: “You are gambling to ignite a third world war ... either to conclude an agreement or we will move away.” He added: “You do not behave at all as if you are grateful. This is not a nice behavior.”

early departure
Ukrainian President left the White House early after an unprecedented verbal altercation with his American counterpart.

The lenses of the photographers monitored Zellinski, leaving the White House without being accompanied by Trump to bid him farewell. The Ukrainian President refused to talk to the media.

The cancellation of the press conference and the metal agreement

As a result of this tension, the joint press conference that was scheduled to be held after the meeting was canceled. A White House official also reported the cancellation of the signing of the agreement, which was expected between the two sides on the exploitation of Ukraine resources of minerals.

In a related context, a senior American official said that Trump does not rule out the signing of the future, but "it is up to the Ukrainians if they are ready to hold a constructive conversation"