“Ukraine Crisis Might Not Have Happened Were Trump President”: Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Putin recently stated that the Ukraine crisis might not have occurred had Donald Trump been president. This remark was made during a press interaction where Putin expressed his willingness to engage in talks with Trump regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He characterized Trump as a “smart” leader and suggested that his presidency could have prevented the escalation of tensions that led to the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Putin’s comments come in the context of his ongoing criticism of the current U.S. administration, which he implies has not handled relations with Russia as effectively as Trump’s administration did. He noted that Trump had a different approach, which he believes contributed to a more stable situation in Ukraine during Trump’s presidency.
In response, Trump has praised Putin’s actions, labeling them as “genius” and “savvy,” while criticizing President Biden’s handling of the situation. Trump’s remarks suggest a belief that his rapport with Putin could have deterred aggressive actions against Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that any potential negotiations between Trump and Putin should not exclude Ukrainian interests, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to be part of any discussions regarding its future.
