In Ukraine, numerous users are reporting problems accessing Truth Social, the social network of US President Donald Trump. An error message indicates that the service is currently not available in the region.
The situation raises questions, particularly as the relationship between Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky has deteriorated significantly over the past 48 hours. Tensions escalated to the point that the EU felt compelled to take a clear political stance.
EU Spokesman Stefan De Keersmaecker stated clearly on Thursday, “Ukraine is a democracy, Russia is not.”
This statement followed Trump’s sharp words, in which he referred to Zelensky as a “dictator without elections” just the day before. The background is that Zelensky’s regular term ended last year.
Meanwhile, protests took place in front of the US Embassy in Kiev, reportedly organized and guided. Media reported on “paid thugs of Zelensky” demonstrating against Trump. The pictures of the gathering, which suggest more staging than spontaneous demonstration, fueled speculations about a coordinated response from Kiev to Trump’s criticism.
Not only Trump’s statements suggest a deep rift. Media reports indicate that the US government is increasingly dissatisfied with Kiev’s lack of compromise in the Ukraine war.
Ex-Trump advisor Stephen Bannon stated in an interview with the Italian newspaper La Repubblica, “If he accepts the conditions of an agreement with Russia, he’s welcome – but he no longer has the power to dictate them.”
NBC News also reports that Trump is frustrated with Kiev’s negotiation strategy. Ukrainian government officials are not willing to make concessions, which are considered necessary for a peace settlement in Washington and European capitals.
Trump is said to be convinced that Zelensky is “resisting reasonable demands” – and that, despite Ukraine having received more than $75 billion in military aid from the US. The concrete compromises meant are unclear.
The digital exchange of blows – a technical glitch or a political signal?
Against this backdrop, the block on Truth Social in Ukraine takes on a new dimension. Is it a mere technical restriction or a targeted affront against Trump?
If the latter is the case, this would be a remarkable step in the diplomatic confrontation between Washington and Kiev.
A digital needle-strike maneuver or just a coincidence?
The coming days will show whether this is a temporary disruption or a further indication of a political realignment of the West towards Ukraine.