
Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted that the war in Ukraine could have been avoided if President Donald Trump had secured a second term in the White House. In a recent interview, Putin suggested that the current situation would have unfolded differently had Trump remained in office.
During the interview, Putin expressed confidence in Trump’s leadership, describing him as a practical decision-maker who would not have allowed the conflict to escalate. He reiterated that Russia is willing to negotiate a resolution to the ongoing war, emphasizing that Moscow has always been open to dialogue.
🚨🔥MASSIVE BREAKING: Putin says the Ukraine war NEVER would have started if the 2020 election wasn’t STOLEN from Trump.
“If the victory wasn't stolen from him in 2020, maybe the Ukrainian crisis that arose in 2022 would never have appeared.”
pic.twitter.com/KZncrFDpk2— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) January 24, 2025
Putin’s remarks were made as Russian officials continue to criticize the West for supplying Ukraine with weapons. Moscow argues that the support Kyiv receives from Western nations is preventing meaningful diplomatic discussions and prolonging hostilities.
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Let's go, @DavidSacks! 🚀🌕pic.twitter.com/e8hvwHZTEW
— KanekoaTheGreat (@KanekoaTheGreat) January 23, 2025
President Donald Trump has repeatedly stated that he could have ended the war quickly if he had been in charge. Recently, he warned Russia that severe economic consequences, such as tariffs and sanctions, could follow if a peace deal is not reached soon. Trump shared this message on Truth Social, calling for a swift resolution.
Vladimir Putin said, there would be no war happening right now between Russia and Ukraine, if President Trump would’ve won in 2020.
What is your honest opinion of Russia and Vladimir Putin? pic.twitter.com/Z4xQcuj8i2
— Independents For Trump (@indyfor45th47th) January 25, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s office responded by insisting that any potential negotiations must involve European representatives. Kyiv’s position remains that a peace deal cannot be reached without broad international involvement.
BREAKING: Putin reportedly open to ceasefire discussions with Ukraine if negotiations are led by Trump. pic.twitter.com/4HAhRrzTfL
— Leading Report (@LeadingReport) November 20, 2024
According to reports, previous peace efforts may have been derailed due to outside influence. Russian officials claim that Ukraine was initially open to negotiations but faced pressure from Western powers to abandon talks.
BREAKING: Vladimir Putin says he's ready to discuss peace in Ukraine with President Trump.
Weird I was told Trump would start WW3 🤔pic.twitter.com/Vt08k2clvB
— TaraBull (@TaraBull808) January 20, 2025