The ongoing conflict in Ukraine took another turn toward controversy as SpaceX CEO Elon Musk weighed in on President Volodymyr Zelensky’s assertion of Ukrainian independence. The billionaire, now a close confidant of US President-elect Donald Trump, dismissed Zelensky’s claims as humorous, citing Ukraine’s heavy reliance on Western support and its geopolitical dependence on Washington and Brussels.

Zelensky’s remarks came during a Ukrainian radio interview, where he was asked whether President-elect Trump had pressured him to engage in peace negotiations with Russia. “We are an independent Ukraine,” Zelensky insisted, emphasizing his personal resolve in dealing with leaders from the United States, Europe, and beyond. However, Musk responded with a biting post on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “[His] sense of humor is amazing.” Musk’s comment included a link to a BBC article highlighting Zelensky’s previous career as a comedian, underscoring the irony he found in the Ukrainian leader’s assertion.

Elon Musk’s growing influence within the Trump administration adds weight to his remarks. As one of Trump’s closest advisers, Musk has become a key figure in shaping US foreign policy, particularly concerning Ukraine. Reports from US media suggest that Musk participated in a recent phone call between Trump and Zelensky, during which he reportedly addressed the Ukrainian leader directly. Although Musk has not confirmed this involvement, his cryptic post on X-“The senseless killing will end soon. Time is up for the warmonger profiteers”-appeared to align with Trump’s stated intention to end the conflict........

© Blitz