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Polymarket Users Bet on Ukrainian President’s Premature Exit Amidst Tense White House Talks
Crypto gamblers on Polymarket, a prediction market platform, have staked over $627,000 on the speculation that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will step down before July. At the time of publication, Polymarket participants estimated a 19% probability of Zelenskyy’s premature exit.
EU Leaders to Address Russia and Ukraine Peace Plan
Meanwhile, European Union leaders are set to convene on Sunday to address Russia and a peace plan for Ukraine. Another meeting is planned for March 6.
Tense White House Talks Between Zelenskyy and Trump
On Friday, Zelenskyy visited the White House to discuss with President Donald Trump an end to Russia’s war with Ukraine. The talks concluded without a deal. Trump rebuked Zelenskyy for not showing appreciation to the U.S., saying, “You have to be thankful. You don’t have the cards right now.”
“You’re either going to make a deal or we’re out, and if we’re out, you’ll fight it out and I don’t think it’s going to be pretty.”
Zelenskyy replied, “I’m not playing cards… I’m very serious, Mr. President. I’m the president in a war.”
Russia’s Refusal to Accept Ukraine’s Sovereignty
Russian President Vladimir Putin has refused to accept Ukraine’s sovereignty and independent statehood, often mischaracterizing historical events to justify Russia’s invasion.
US Vice President JD Vance Criticizes Zelenskyy
Vice President JD Vance also chimed in during the meeting, criticizing Zelenskyy rather than expressing disapproval of Putin’s actions. Vance asked, “Have you said thank you once this entire meeting?”
In reality, Zelenskyy has thanked the U.S. nearly three dozen times, including recently, on February 12.
“I am grateful to President Trump for his interest in what we can accomplish together.”
Zelenskyy’s Response to Vance
Zelenskyy responded to Vance, “Have you ever been to Ukraine that you say what problems we have? Come once.”
Trump Blames Zelenskyy’s “Hatred” Toward Putin
Trump blamed Zelenskyy’s “hatred” toward Putin for complicating the talks. “That’s very tough for me to make a deal with that kind of hate,” Trump said.
EU Foreign Minister and President Show Support for Ukraine
Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev said, “Ukraine, be brave, be strong! We are all by your side.” Ursula von der Leyen, President of the EU Commission, shared a similar sentiment, saying, “Your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people. Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone, dear President Zelenskyy.”
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