Media: Trump’s controversial remarks on Ukraine mark turning point in US foreign policy

In a recent article, Financial Times describes how US President Donald Trump’s controversial remarks, including blaming Ukraine for its own invasion and labeling Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a dictator, marked a pivotal moment in his administration’s foreign policy.

By aligning himself with Kremlin propaganda, Trump has signaled his willingness to see Russia triumph in its war against Ukraine.

While European and Ukrainian diplomats - excluded from US-Russia talks - continue their efforts to secure viable security guarantees for Ukraine, Trump’s stance appears to be motivated by opportunism. His demand that Ukraine hand over significant mineral wealth to the US highlights his administration's predatory approach to the situation. With Russia capitalizing on Trump's business-focused agenda, the likelihood of US sanctions on Russia being lifted increases.

Despite attempts by some European leaders to justify Trump's actions, the reality remains troubling: Trump and Putin share a mutual disdain for European democracies. Putin has even suggested that Trump would "restore order" in Europe, positioning European nations at Russia’s beck and call—comments that Trump has amplified on social media.

Meanwhile, Trump’s frequent praise for Chinese President Xi Jinping signals a potential shift towards Beijing, raising fears that he might abandon Taiwan, as he has done with Ukraine. Rumors in Washington hint at the US threatening Taiwan with tariffs unless it agrees to sell a significant portion of TSMC, the world’s leading semiconductor company, to an American buyer.

For Europeans, the prospect of a world where Russia, China, and the US align against liberal democracy is deeply concerning. However, despite these challenges, European nations still possess substantial resources for self-defense and are beginning to adapt to this shifting geopolitical landscape.

By Naila Huseynova