New Delhi: In a shocking turn of events during a Republican presidential debate in Miami, US presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has stirred controversy by referring to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky as a Nazi. The remark was prompted by a question about Zelenskys plea for additional US aid in the ongoing conflict with Russia.Ramaswamys condemned remarkVivek Ramaswamy, a Republican contender, faced immediate condemnation after he labeled President Zelensky as a Nazi during the debate. The comment has sparked widespread criticism, raising concerns about the appropriateness of such language in the political discourse.Opposition to US aid for UkraineExpressing his opposition to providing additional aid to Ukraine, Ramaswamy claimed that fellow Republicans shared his stance. He criticized Ukraines democratic credentials, pointing out the ban on opposition parties, control over media, and alleged threats to postpone elections without increased US funding. The controversial remark targeted Zelensky, referring to him as a Nazi.Ramaswamys stance on Ukraine conflictRamaswamy vehemently protested the idea of further US aid for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Despite Congress approving $113 billion in military assistance, Ramaswamy argued against additional funding, citing concerns about Ukraines democratic practices and governance.Vivek Ramaswamy calls Zelensky Comedian In Cargo Pants- Ukraine is not a paragon of democracy. This is a country that has banned 11 opposition parties. It has consolidated all media into one state TV media arm, thats not democratic. It has threatened not to hold elections… pic.twitter.com/tZdHukEFZZ— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) November 9, 2023Social media backlash and critics responseThe comments made by Ramaswamy triggered a storm on social media, with critics, including the anti-Trump group Lincon Project, dismissing him as an unserious candidate. The controversy has fueled debates about the appropriateness of language used by political figures in discussing international affairs.Ramaswamys call for nuanced perspectiveThe Indian-origin millionaire and pharmaceutical firm founder, Vivek Ramaswamy, urged people not to view the Ukraine-Russia conflict as a simplistic battle of good versus evil. He highlighted the complex dynamics of the situation, particularly in the Russian-speaking regions of Ukraine, cautioning against oversimplification.
