Czech President Pavel Reaffirms Support for Ukraine Amid Trump’s Remarks

Czech President Petr Pavel spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, assuring him of continued Czech support as Ukraine marks three years of resistance against Russian aggression.

“We know very well and will not forget who is the victim and who is the aggressor in this war. Together with other European countries, we intend to intensify our assistance to Ukraine in its brave and just struggle,” Pavel said. His statement was seen as a response to former U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently cast doubt on Russia’s role as the aggressor.

Pavel emphasized that Ukraine is not only fighting for its own survival but also for Europe’s security and freedom.

The Czech president shared details of his conversation with Zelensky on X. The two leaders have met multiple times in the past, with Zelensky previously welcomed at Prague Castle.

Trump has intensified his verbal attacks on Ukraine and Zelensky in recent days, calling the Ukrainian president a dictator and a mediocre comedian. He also claimed that Ukraine could have ended the war much earlier and should not have engaged in the conflict with Russia.

Pavel, who has previously called Trump a “repulsive being”, firmly rejected Trump’s remarks about Zelensky.

“What value would elections have in a country that has been defending itself against the aggression of a neighboring nuclear superpower for three years? How can elections be organized when a fifth of its territory is occupied, and the entire country is under constant shelling? Calling the president of such a country a dictator requires a great deal of cynicism,” Pavel stated.

The Czech Republic has remained a strong supporter of Ukraine, providing military and humanitarian aid while advocating for continued European and NATO backing.

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