New Jersey: US President has expressed deep frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin due to stepped-up Russian military attacks on Ukraine. Trump told reporters on Sunday that he was very surprised that Putin's military forces have intensified the bombardment of Ukrainian cities despite efforts to broker a ceasefire.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Trump expressed his displeasure, stating, "I'm not happy with what Putin is doing. He's killing a lot of people and I don't know what the hell happened to Putin." He made these remarks at an airport in New Jersey, highlighting his past relationship with Putin and his current discontent with the Russian leader's actions. Trump noted that rockets are being sent into cities, killing civilians, and expressed his surprise and disappointment over the situation.
When questioned about his plans regarding the renewed Russian assault on Ukraine, Trump responded with skepticism towards the media, labeling them as "fake news" and refraining from disclosing his specific strategies. However, he did indicate the possibility of imposing more sanctions on Russia, acknowledging the severity of the situation by saying, "Absolutely. He's killing a lot of people. What the hell happened to him?"
Trump reflected on his previous relationship with Putin, stating that he believed the Russian leader "has gone absolutely CRAZY!" He emphasized that the attacks are affecting not only soldiers but also civilians, with missiles and drones targeting Ukrainian cities without apparent justification.
Furthermore, Trump commented on the intentions behind Putin's actions, suggesting that the Russian leader might aim to take control of all of Ukraine, which, according to Trump, could lead to Russia's downfall. He also criticized Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, claiming that his rhetoric exacerbates the situation and calling for a change in approach.