Trump ‘pissed’ at Putin over Zelenskyy criticism
President Donald Trump expressed his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin for his recent comments criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In an interview with NBC News, Trump revealed that he was “pissed off” at Putin for not making progress towards a peace agreement with Ukraine. Putin’s remarks about the need for a trans-national government in Ukraine sparked Trump’s anger, leading him to consider imposing tariffs on Russian oil imports.
Trump emphasized that if Russia is to blame for the ongoing bloodshed in Ukraine, he would implement secondary tariffs on oil from Russia. These tariffs would prevent businesses from buying Russian oil and conducting business in the United States. Despite his anger, Trump noted that his feelings towards Putin could change if he takes steps in the right direction.
The two leaders are scheduled to discuss a potential ceasefire in Ukraine later this week. Putin’s recent actions have escalated tensions, with Russian forces launching attacks on Ukrainian targets over the weekend. These attacks resulted in casualties, including deaths and injuries in Dnipro and Kharkiv.
In response to Putin’s aggression, Zelenskyy has called on the U.S. to intervene and pressure Moscow to halt its attacks. He recently met with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s military capabilities and seeking support from European nations.
The situation in Ukraine remains fragile, with ongoing discussions about deploying European troops to the region as part of a potential peace agreement. As the conflict continues, both Trump and Putin are under pressure to find a resolution and prevent further bloodshed.
This article was written by Anders Hagstrom for Fox News Digital, covering national politics and breaking news events. For more updates, you can follow him on Twitter at @Hagstrom_Anders.
