Trump Critiques Zelensky, Discusses Russia Strategy

In a recent interview with Sean Hannity, President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggesting he shares blame for the ongoing conflict with Russia by not preventing the war. Trump described Zelensky as 'no angel' and implied that Ukraine should have avoided escalation with a 'much bigger entity' like Russia. He also indicated readiness to impose severe tariffs on Russia if President Vladimir Putin refuses to negotiate peace. Despite criticizing Zelensky, Trump acknowledged Ukraine's bravery and expressed willingness to quickly broker a peace agreement. Trump has been critical of the Biden administration's support for Ukraine, suggesting a more balanced approach towards Russia. His comments come amidst his broader foreign policy discussions, where he also mentioned China, renewable energy, and historical declassifications.