Trump Expresses Disappointment in Putin Following NATO Weapon Agreement
On July 14, 2025, during a press conference at Andrews Air Force Base, US President Donald Trump expressed his disappointment in Russian President Vladimir Putin. “I am very disappointed in Putin. I thought he was a man who says what he means. He speaks beautifully, and then at night, he bombs people. We don’t like that,” Trump stated.
Trump did not respond to questions about whether he plans to announce new sanctions against Russia, simply saying, “We’ll see what happens tomorrow.” His remarks come amidst ongoing tensions between the US and Russia regarding military actions in Ukraine.
In a related development, Trump confirmed that the United States has reached an agreement with NATO to send weapons to Ukraine, with NATO covering all associated costs. According to Reuters, this marks the first time during his second term that Trump is taking the initiative to send arms to Kyiv, amounting to approximately $300 million in support. Additionally, Trump reiterated his dissatisfaction with Russia while hinting at an important announcement later today.
Speculation surrounds Trump’s motivations regarding Ukraine, with discussions on whether they are driven by ego, emotions, or interests. For a deeper analysis, read the article “Trump vs. Himself: Who Will Prevail — the ‘Dominator’ or the ‘Deal Genius’?” by Oleg Shamshur.
As geopolitical dynamics evolve, focus remains on how US-Russian relations will progress, particularly in light of military assistance to Ukraine.
