Donald Trump sharply criticized Vladimir Putin’s actions: “What the hell is going on with him?
” Former U.S. President Donald Trump once again expressed his strong political stance regarding the current actions of the Russian leader. In an interview with journalists, which he gave on the tarmac in Morristown, New Jersey, before departing for his homeland, Trump openly voiced his disappointment and concern about Vladimir Putin’s behavior. According to the former president, Moscow’s current policies hardly align with his ideas of responsible leadership, and he does not rule out the possibility of imposing new trade restrictions as a pressure tool to help bring the war to an end. “I am deeply dissatisfied with what Putin is doing,” Trump said. “He is coordinating mass murders, launching missiles at Ukrainian cities, and I simply cannot understand what is happening with him. I have known him for a very long time, and we used to have normal relations, but now he ruthlessly seeks to destroy cities and kill innocent people. This is absolutely unacceptable to me.” In his speech, he highlighted that he currently sees no logic in the Russian leader’s actions and considers them irresponsible. Trump openly stated that he is considering using economic levers to pressure the Kremlin. “We are in negotiations, but he continues to launch rockets at Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. This is unacceptable. Therefore, I do not rule out the possibility of introducing new import tariffs on Russian goods to encourage Putin to sit at the negotiations table and work toward peace,” he noted. When asked about the prospects of meeting with Putin, Trump did not hide his willingness to exert economic pressure. “Certainly, I will consider all options, including imposing additional tariffs on Russia if it helps achieve progress in resolving the conflict. For now, in my opinion, such a decision is entirely possible,” he said. While previously known for his tendency toward diplomatic compromises and cooperation with Russia, his current stance appears more resolute and critical of the Kremlin’s actions. His comments emphasize the importance of economic sanctions and trade restrictions as potential ways to influence the situation in Ukraine and around it. Overall, the statements of the former U.S. president once again reflect increasing tensions in international relations and demonstrate his desire to play an active role in finding solutions to the crisis caused by Russia’s aggression. The unexpected rejection of Putin and his policies highlights one of the key issues in modern global politics—how to respond to violations of international law and human values.