Furious Donald Trump ‘cursed’ and ‘threw maps’ as he gave Zelenskyy ultimatum: report
A high-stakes meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House reportedly ended in renewed tension, echoing their previously strained encounters. What began as a diplomatic discussion over Ukraine’s defense needs quickly spiraled into confrontation, as differing positions on the war and U.S. military aid surfaced.
According to reports, the dispute centered on Zelenskyy’s request for Tomahawk missiles — a plea that was ultimately denied. The Ukrainian leader, seeking to strengthen his country’s defense capabilities against Russian aggression, was met with Trump’s firm refusal. The U.S. president cited concerns over national security and resource management, stating he was unwilling to deplete America’s missile reserves.
“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,” Trump said. “We’d much rather have them not need Tomahawks. We’d much rather have the war be over to be honest.”
The exchange grew heated, with insiders describing the scene as increasingly volatile. Tensions reportedly flared when Trump pressed Zelenskyy to consider a peace proposal backed by Russian President Vladimir Putin — one that would require Ukraine to withdraw from territories it still holds in the eastern Donbas region. The suggestion was met with resistance from the Ukrainian delegation.
Witnesses described the encounter as a “shouting match,” claiming that Trump became visibly frustrated. At one point, he allegedly “threw a map” onto the table, voicing irritation over the drawn-out conflict. “This red line, I don’t even know where this is. I’ve never been there,” he reportedly said in exasperation.
The confrontation left diplomatic aides unsettled, as the leaders’ exchange highlighted growing uncertainty about future U.S. support for Ukraine’s war effort.