Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Trump highlights reason of Ukraine war


(MENAFN) Former United States President Donald Trump has attributed Russia's intervention in Ukraine to what he described as irresponsible and provocative rhetoric from the Biden administration regarding Ukraine's potential NATO membership. Speaking on the 'All-In' podcast with David Sacks, Trump criticized President Joe Biden for statements suggesting Ukraine's path to NATO and even the deployment of nuclear weapons in the region, which, according to Trump, escalated tensions significantly.

Trump asserted that during his presidency, discussions surrounding Ukraine's NATO membership did not lead to armed conflict with Russia. However, he claimed that Biden's stance on Ukraine's NATO accession changed the dynamic dramatically after taking office, leading to a deterioration in relations and eventual military action by Russia.

Reflecting on recent developments, Trump expressed surprise at Russia's military actions, suggesting he initially perceived them as negotiation tactics. He highlighted Biden's declarations regarding Ukraine's NATO aspirations as contributing to a climate of increased hostility between Russia and Ukraine.

During the podcast, Trump and Sacks discussed how United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken's statements in early 2022, particularly about NATO expansion and potential nuclear deployments in Ukraine, further fueled Russian concerns and contributed to heightened tensions in the region. Trump criticized these statements as examples of the Biden administration's flawed foreign policy approach towards Russia and Ukraine.

In summary, Trump's remarks underscored his belief that Biden's rhetoric on Ukraine and NATO played a pivotal role in triggering Russia's military intervention in Ukraine, marking a significant departure from the policies and diplomatic strategies pursued during his own presidency.

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