Donald Trump has shifted blame from Russia to the current U.S. administration, stating that the Ukraine conflict would have become World War III if he had not been president. He argues that the Biden administration’s policies are responsible for the war’s duration. Trump believes his actions while in office helped to mitigate the situation, and he is now focused on bringing the conflict to an end.
Trump stated that when he took office, the relationship between the United States and Russia was at its lowest point. He highlighted his efforts to restore diplomatic ties that had been severed. Discussing the Ukraine war, Trump indicated that he had improved the situation significantly and that a resolution could be imminent.
Trump has characterized the Ukraine conflict as the responsibility of the Biden administration, criticizing the military support provided to Ukraine. He has also expressed concerns about the financial implications, estimating a loss of around $350 billion. Earlier, Trump hinted at seeking compensation for these losses through a mineral agreement with Kyiv. However, the mineral-rich territories in question are in regions that have since voted to join Russia, creating a complex situation.