Zelensky mocks Steve Witkoff's comment calling Putin a 'humanitarian'
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky mocked U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff on Thursday for calling Russian president Vladimir Putin a “humanitarian” as the two countries exchanged overnight strikes.
TL;DR
- Zelensky criticized U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff for referring to Russian President Vladimir Putin as a "humanitarian."
- The criticism came after Russia launched a barrage of ballistic missiles and drones at Kyiv.
- Zelensky stated that the strikes damaged residential buildings, energy facilities, and infrastructure, resulting in casualties.
- The incident follows reports of Russia agreeing to peace talks and Zelensky's openness to a deal based on current front lines.
- Former U.S. President Donald Trump commented on Witkoff's remark and also criticized Zelensky's leadership and handling of the conflict.