Trump stated that the war in Ukraine could lead to World War III: named the conditions for Putin.

Trump on his disappointment with Putin

According to The Sun: Donald Trump expressed his disappointment with Vladimir Putin, stating that his invasion of Ukraine could lead to World War III.

The US President noted that he had hoped for a quick resolution to the conflict, but the reality turned out to be quite different. He emphasized that the war in Ukraine will affect the world if it does not end with a global conflict: “the war in Ukraine does not affect the US unless it ends in world war.”

Trump and Keir Starmer at a press conference

In response to a question about ways to end the hostilities in Ukraine, Trump said: “If the price of oil drops, Putin will withdraw from the war.” In his opinion, declining oil prices would seriously impact the Russian economy.

Trump also emphasized that “the war would never have started if I were president,” pointing to Putin's lack of respect for American leadership.

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He also noted that “he is killing many people and losing more people than he kills,” highlighting the heavy losses of Russian soldiers: “millions of people have died in this war, millions of souls, and these are not American soldiers.”

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These comments came during a joint press conference with Keir Starmer, where the British Prime Minister noted that both leaders are working to “stop the killings in Ukraine.” He also emphasized that the war presents a “challenge” for Europe and criticized Western countries for their excessive dependence on Russian energy.

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In conclusion, Trump also mentioned other conflicts, particularly the situation in Gaza. He expressed hope for the release of hostages: “I want the hostages to be released now. Right now. Not one, two, but three – tomorrow.” He also stressed the importance of not forgetting the horrific events of October 7, which he believes were some of the most brutal in world history.

Getty Trump continues to actively comment on global conflicts, expressing his views on possible resolutions. His assertions about the dependence of economies on energy prices may provoke further discussion in international circles. This also underscores the importance of diplomatic efforts in seeking ways to peace in Ukraine and other hot spots around the world.