Zelenskyy criticizes Russia's aggressive tactics and NATO's response, while Trump is mocked for his tough rhetoric. The EU summit concludes with a statement on Russia's actions, emphasizing the need for a united front against Russian aggression.
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Ukraine president targets Trump, Putin at EU summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned Russia’s ambitions extend beyond eastern Ukraine, saying its drone attacks threaten NATO. Speaking after an EU summit in Belgium, he also took a jibe at US President Donald Trump for saying he is harder to deal with than Putin.
Published On 16 Oct 2026
Asked by reporters at the White House whether Riyadh should accept the offer, Trump responded positively, stating, "Yeah, I do, sure. Israel has been very helpful to Saudi Arabia." This comes after a diplomatic source revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had offered Riyadh assistance through US mediation, aiming to strengthen ties with the kingdom.
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Iran has denied Saudi Arabia's claim that Tehran was involved in Houthi attacks on the kingdom. The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, stated that Iran rejects any claim of involvement and offers to mediate between the two sides. Tehran's offer to act as a bridge between the Houthis and Riyadh has been made in response to the Saudi accusation.