The main point of contention was President Trump's pressure on Ukraine to make a deal with Russia and his criticism of Zelenskyy, labeling him a 'dictator'. Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine's need for security guarantees and continued U.S. support.

The meeting led to mixed reactions among U.S. lawmakers. Some Republicans criticized Zelenskyy for being 'disrespectful', while others expressed concern that the incident could harm U.S. foreign policy. Democrats generally supported Zelenskyy and criticized Trump for potentially emboldening Putin.

Ukraine expects strong security guarantees from the U.S. to ensure a just and lasting peace. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a strong military and clear security guarantees before engaging in diplomacy with Russia.

European leaders have rallied behind Zelenskyy, contrasting the U.S.'s stance. They are preparing for an emergency summit to address ongoing support for Ukraine amid concerns of a potential rapprochement with Russia.