Trump Open to Possible Reconciliation with Musk: What Lies Behind This Diplomatic Gesture
In a recent statement, former U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at the possibility of resuming dialogue with billionaire and businessman Elon Musk, although currently he does not see an urgent need for it. Conclusions about his attitude towards the situation are based on comments and interviews published by the New York Post, drawing from reports by "European Pravda." According to Trump, he does not accuse Musk of breaking their relationship, but rather feels a certain disappointment that their former friendship is裂ing apart. The U.S. President emphasized that he bears no ill will and is quite surprised that his contacts with Elon Musk have ceased. "Listen, I bear no grudges," Trump stated during an interview recorded last Monday. He said he was very surprised by Musk's actions regarding the latest bill, which he considers phenomenal—and added that perhaps the businessman regrets his words. "He opposed a very important law… He just… I think he's probably going to regret his statements now," Trump stressed. In his communication with journalists, the former president noted that although he is disappointed in Elon Musk, he holds no personal grudges and underlined his readiness for future dialogue with the businessman. At the same time, when asked whether it might be possible to restore relations someday, Trump emphasized determination: "We can put the country in order, and that unites us." In his view, his main task now is to restore the U.S. to the path of greatness, so that the country reaches levels it has never before achieved. "We can do this, and I am convinced we will," the former White House chief assured. Recalling past events, including the recent conflict with Musk, it is worth noting that on June 11, Elon Musk openly expressed his greater disappointment and regret regarding some of his recent statements towards Trump. The first hint of tension between the businessman and the politician appeared on June 5, when Trump in an interview stated that it would be easier for him to achieve a presidential triumph without Musk's support, and even said he "no longer intends to communicate" with him. This statement became a catalyst for a new wave of discussions and public debates—Musk began actively publishing posts on his platform X (formerly Twitter), emphasizing that without his help, Trump probably would not have secured victory in the elections. The businessman also criticized the budget bill proposed by Trump, calling it a factor worsening the U.S. budget deficit. In response, Trump expressed the opinion that Musk at some point "found himself on the edge" and even added that his recent actions look like "madness." Overall, the situation points to a complex and tangled relationship between the two of the country's biggest billionaires, who once were closer in political and business circles. Analyzing this dynamic, experts note that Trump’s attempts to restore relations with Musk may have strategic motives, given that both wield significant influence in both the business world and politics. Likely, his statements about possible reconciliation are more a gesture than immediate reality, but they signal a desire to ease tensions and return to cooperation. For Ukraine and other countries observing the U.S. political landscape, this underscores how multifaceted and unpredictable internal processes in the United States can be. While it’s still premature to expect a direct dialogue between Trump and Musk to be restored, this scenario demonstrates that even deep conflicts among the most influential American figures are not necessarily irreversible. Perhaps in the future, efforts to mend the relationship could lead to the long-awaited dialogue, which might also impact the country’s overall political course.