President Trump indicated that President Putin intends to retaliate strongly against Ukraine following a significant drone strike on Russian airfields that inflicted substantial damage. In a lengthy phone call with Putin, Trump characterized the discussion as positive but did not advocate for restraint concerning Ukraine's actions. His social media remarks on the incident have led to concerns in Washington regarding his stance on Russia and Ukraine. This conversation highlights Trump's ongoing challenge to balance support for Ukraine with his relations with Putin, raising questions about his approach to the conflict.
President Trump’s remarks indicated he views Putin’s intended retaliation seriously but offered no encouragement for Ukraine or criticism towards Russia.
Trump described his lengthy conversation with Putin as 'good' but failed to address any need for restraint following Ukraine's significant drone strikes.
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