“Unraveling the Truth: How Accurate Are Trump’s Claims About the Russia-Ukraine War?”
In a twist worthy of a soap opera, President Donald Trump has hit the pause button on military aid to Ukraine after a contentious Oval Office showdown with President Volodymyr Zelensky. But wait—did Trump really think he could just stall aid and walk away with a grin? The Onion, with its signature wit, has taken up the gauntlet to fact-check Trump’s statements regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. From claims that Zelensky never said “thank you” (high-pitched ringing anyone?) to the audacious assertion that Ukraine instigated the war, it’s clear that some of Trump’s claims might need a reality check—or at the very least, a comedy club routine. And let’s be honest, who knew there was a litmus test for dictators based on their fashion sense? Dive in as we sift through the absurdity of it all and uncover the truth with a side of humor. LEARN MORE.Following his Oval Office clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine. The Onion fact-checks Trump on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Claim: Zelensky never told the United States ‘thank you.’
False: Every voice other than his own just sounds like high-pitched ringing to Trump.
Claim: Ukraine started the war.
False: Ukraine provoked a “special military operation,” not a war.
Claim: The United States has given Ukraine $350 billion.
Unverified: This cannot be confirmed because fingers only go up to 10.
Claim: Zelensky is a dictator.
False: Dictators tend to be fashionable.
Claim: Trump berated Zelensky as if Ukraine were one of America’s worst enemies.
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