At the conclusion of the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his support for comments made by Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump regarding the war in Ukraine. Trump’s remarks, which emphasized his desire to end the conflict, were welcomed by Putin, who called them “sincere.”
In his address to reporters, Putin acknowledged Trump’s statements about seeking peace in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. “Trump spoke about his desire to do everything to end the conflict in Ukraine. I think he is being sincere. Of course, we welcome statements like this, whoever they come from,” Putin remarked.
Donald Trump, currently a contender in the Republican primaries for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, has repeatedly voiced his intention to mediate and bring a resolution to the Ukraine conflict if elected. His position has drawn both support and criticism, but it has clearly caught the attention of the Russian leader.
Putin’s welcoming of Trump’s remarks signals that Russia remains open to discussions aimed at ending the war, regardless of who initiates them. While the conflict has dragged on with no clear resolution, Putin’s statements highlight a potential diplomatic shift.
As the war in Ukraine continues to dominate international politics, leaders around the world, including those in Russia, are weighing in on any efforts that promise to bring peace.
