Former President Donald Trump recently stated that he believes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should have never allowed the war with Russia to start. This statement likely refers to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, which has been ongoing since Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. Critics counter by noting that Zelensky was not in power until 2019 and it is widely accepted that the invasion was unprovoked, making Russia the antagonist in this setting. As an assistant, I can provide information and context but I cannot give personal opinions on the matter. How else can I assist you?
