Trump Says It’s More Difficult To Work With Who?

In a bold statement on Friday, former President Donald Trump declared that the United States would cut off its support for Ukraine unless it actively seeks a resolution to the ongoing war with Russia. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump expressed frustration with the situation, emphasizing that dealing with Ukraine had proven to be more challenging than dealing with Russia itself.

“I think we’ve been handling Russia fairly well, but right now, Ukraine is being bombarded,” Trump stated. “I’m finding it more difficult to work with Ukraine. They don’t have the leverage, they don’t have the cards in their hand right now.” His comments highlighted his stance that the U.S. should not continue to back Ukraine indefinitely, especially without concrete steps from the Ukrainian government toward negotiating a peaceful end to the conflict.

Since the war began in February 2022, following Russia’s invasion, Trump has repeatedly called for an immediate ceasefire and a resolution to the crisis. He criticized the U.S. government’s approach, which has involved extensive military aid to Ukraine, while pushing for a more cautious, measured approach in foreign policy. The U.S. has held diplomatic talks with Russia and is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia in the coming week to explore possible solutions.

Trump’s frustration with Ukraine’s leadership, particularly President Volodymyr Zelensky, was clear in his remarks. Although he has spoken directly with both Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump’s criticisms of Zelensky have been stronger. “If Ukraine doesn’t want to settle the war, we’ll be out,” Trump insisted, reaffirming that any support would be contingent upon Ukraine’s willingness to negotiate a peace deal.

Zelensky recently declared Ukraine’s readiness for peace talks, stating his team is ready to work under Trump’s leadership to achieve a lasting peace. Trump also signaled that he might impose additional sanctions and tariffs on Russia if they refuse to engage in a ceasefire agreement, stressing the importance of securing peace and ending the devastating conflict.

In this new chapter of American foreign policy, Trump’s message is clear: the U.S. should prioritize peace and avoid endless military engagements that do not serve our long-term interests. His remarks underscore the growing call among many Americans for a shift in our global commitments and a return to putting American interests first.