Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin on Truth Social, accusing him of unnecessarily targeting civilians in Ukraine. The Kremlin quickly fired back, with senior aide Yury Ushakov claiming that Trump is “not sufficiently informed” about the conflict.
What Did Trump Say?
In a fiery post, Trump warned:
“Vladimir Putin is playing a dangerous game… He’s completely lost it! Missiles and drones are hitting cities without any justification.”
He also claimed that without his influence, “really bad things” would have happened to Russia—a remark that drew a sharp retort from ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, who warned of World War III.
Kremlin’s Response: “Misguided” or Misinformed?
Ushakov, a former Russian ambassador to the U.S., argued that Trump:
- Downplays Ukrainian strikes on Russian cities (a disputed Kremlin claim).
- Ignores Moscow’s narrative that it only targets military infrastructure.
- Relies on incomplete intelligence about the conflict.
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Meanwhile, Russia has intensified attacks on Ukrainian civilians:
- Four of its five largest drone assaults occurred in the past two weeks.
- A weekend strike killed 14, including three siblings (8, 12, and 17 years old).
Medvedev’s WWIII Warning & U.S. Reaction
Medvedev, now a staunch security official, fired back at Trump, saying:
“The only TRULY TERRIBLE outcome is World War III. I hope Trump gets that!”
In response, Keith Kellogg, Trump’s former envoy, condemned the comment as “reckless” and emphasized the U.S. call for a serious ceasefire proposal from Moscow. envoy, called the remark “reckless” and reiterated U.S. demands for a credible ceasefire proposal from Moscow.
Why This Matters
- 2024 Election Impact: Trump’s stance on Russia could shape future U.S. policy.
- Escalating Violence: Civilian deaths underscore the war’s brutality.
- Diplomatic Tensions: Kremlin pushback signals resistance to Western narratives.
Conclusion
As tensions between the U.S. and Russia escalate, Trump’s remarks—and Moscow’s pointed responses—underscore the growing rift over Ukraine. With violence escalating and the risk of broader conflict rising, global attention remains fixed on the situation.
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