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In recent news, former President of the United States, Donald Trump, expressed his trust in Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding any potential ceasefire in Ukraine.
This statement was made during a discussion on Thursday with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who was visiting the US to seek security guarantees for Ukraine.
During their meeting in Washington, Trump addressed his recent comments about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which had drawn attention. When questioned about calling Zelensky a “dictator,” he humorously replied, “Did I say that?”
Despite concerns raised by Starmer about the risks of a ceasefire without US backing, Trump remained optimistic. He stated, “I think he’ll keep his word,” referring to Putin, and insisted that he had a long-standing relationship with the Russian leader.
Trump further remarked, “I spoke to him, I’ve known him for a long time now, I don’t believe he’s going to violate his word,” highlighting his belief in Putin’s commitment to any agreements made.
While Starmer emphasized the need for a strong US presence to deter Russian aggression, Trump reassured that Britain could handle its own affairs but would be supported if needed. “If they need help, I’ll always be with the British,” Trump stated.
Starmer conveyed that a ceasefire without proper guarantees could allow Putin to regroup and potentially launch further attacks, particularly against Kyiv.
In an interesting exchange, Starmer presented Trump with a letter from King Charles III, inviting him for a second unprecedented state visit to the UK. Trump, a known admirer of British royalty, expressed interest in the invitation.
Concerns among European leaders grew after Trump referred to Zelensky as a “dictator without elections,” but during the joint appearance with Starmer, he downplayed the comment, quipping, “Did I say that? I can’t believe I said that. Next question.”
Looking ahead, Trump is set to host Zelensky at the White House on Friday, further underscoring the complexities of the ongoing situation in Ukraine.
