Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope to salvage his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump following a contentious meeting at the White House, where the mineral deal intended to support peace efforts was overshadowed by public confrontation. Zelensky emphasized the importance of U.S. security guarantees and criticized the administration for sidelining Ukraine. Trump and his officials, including Vice President JD Vance, accused Zelensky of being disrespectful and uninterested in peace, with Trump questioning the deal's viability. Zelensky acknowledged the diplomatic tensions but remained optimistic about future cooperation. The incident has sparked criticism from both Republicans and Democrats, with some questioning Zelensky's leadership and others condemning Trump's approach.