The President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, in a statement, ended up calling the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, crazy. This statement from Trump came as a reaction to Russia launching one of the biggest airstrikes on Ukraine till now. The President of the US has also issued a warning that an attempt by Russia to take over Ukraine completely will lead to its downfall. If you are someone who wants to know more about the current situation between Russia, Ukraine, and the USA, the following article is for you.
What Did Trump Say About Putin In His Statement On Truth Social?
President Trump took over Truth Social after the news of Russia’s biggest airstrike on Ukraine to now came into light. He mentioned that he has always had a good relationship with Putin, but something has happened to him recently, and he has gone absolutely crazy. Trump further added how he’s needlessly killing a lot of people and that he’s not talking about just the soldiers. President Trump said that Russia is firing missiles and drones at cities in Ukraine for no reason. Trump also mentioned that he has always said that Putin wants all of Ukraine, and now it’s proving to be right. However, Trump also said that if he does that, it will lead to Russia’s downfall.
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Trump’s Admiration For Putin Growing Into Frustration
Trump has always been open about his admiration for Russia’s President Vladimir Putin. However, in recent times, his statements and actions have been hinting toward his growing frustration with Russia. In one of his recent statements, Trump mentioned how he was not happy with Putin after Moscow launched a large number of drones on Ukraine that killed 13 people. In his statement on the tarmac at Morristown airport before he boarded Air Force One bound for Washington, he mentioned that he’s not happy with Putin. President Trump stated that he’s always gotten along with the Russian President. But now he’s sending rockets into cities and killing people, which Trump has made it clear he doesn’t like.
Trump Criticises Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Along With Putin
Along with his multiple statements condemning Vladimir Putin, Trump has also slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for talking the way he does. In a statement, he mentioned that everything Zelensky says ends up causing even more problems, and he doesn’t like that either. President Trump also repeated his statement that this war between Russia and Ukraine would have never started if he were the President. He stated that this is Putin’s, Zelensky’s, and Biden’s war, not his. Trump further explained that he’s just trying to put out the fires that started because of hatred and incompetence.
Russian Attacks On Ukraine Intensify Even Further
Russia’s attacks that ended up intensifying its war with Ukraine came right after both countries completed one of the biggest prisoner swaps since February 2022. Both countries exchanged a total of one thousand captured soldiers, as well as civilians who were held as prisoners in this swap. According to the reports coming from Ukraine, two children and a teen, aged 8, 12, and a 17-year-old, lost their lives from the latest attacks. Zelensky mentioned on social media that without strong pressure on the leadership of Russia, they will not stop this brutality.
Trump Mentions He Was Considering Increasing US Sanctions On Russia
President Trump also mentioned that he was absolutely considering increasing US sanctions on Russia while answering questions on the tarmac in Morristown. He mentioned that he’s not happy with Putin and the way he’s killing a lot of people, and the consideration was in response to Russia’s violence towards Ukraine. This statement from Trump contradicted US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s testimony at Congress. Rubio said that Trump believes if they start threatening sanctions right now, the Russians will stop talking.
According to the latest updates, Trump had a two-hour-long phone call with Putin after which he said the two countries will start negotiations toward a ceasefire immediately. However, Putin did not issue any specific commitment to pause the invasion and announced a vague proposal to work on a memorandum that will outline Russia’s demands for peace.
