Bangladesh, March 6 -- Recent reports indicate that senior aides of US President Donald Trump have been engaged in secret discussions with political rivals of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, as tensions rise over Zelenskys leadership and the ongoing conflict with Russia. According to a March 6 report by Politico, undisclosed communications have taken place between Trumps associates and former Ukrainian leaders Yulia Timoshenko and Pyotr Poroshenko, both of whom have been critical of Zelenskys handling of the crisis.

Zelenskys presidential term expired in 2024, yet he remains in power under martial law, having suspended elections due to the ongoing war. His decision to delay elections and consolidate authority has drawn significant...