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Before and after: Has Trump's rhetoric on Ukraine and Putin changed?


Published on 2024-12-24 17:21:15 - MSN
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  • During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump frequently spoke about the war in Ukraine, often promising to end it within a day. However, after his election, the Ukrainian issue has remained on his agenda,

The article from MSN discusses the evolution of former President Donald Trump's rhetoric regarding Ukraine and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Initially, Trump had a notably friendly stance towards Putin, often praising him and questioning the value of NATO, which indirectly supported Putin's interests. However, as the situation in Ukraine escalated, particularly with Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 and the full-scale invasion in 2022, Trump's comments have shown a shift. While he has criticized the Biden administration's handling of the Ukraine situation, suggesting he could resolve the conflict quickly, his recent statements have been less laudatory of Putin. Trump has oscillated between calling Putin a "genius" for his strategic moves and condemning the invasion, reflecting his complex relationship with both leaders and the ongoing conflict. This change in rhetoric might be influenced by domestic political pressures, the need to appeal to different voter bases, and the evolving geopolitical landscape.

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