I'm 'disappointed but not done' with Putin, Trump tells BBC
Summary
Donald Trump expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin during a phone call with the BBC but stated he is not finished dealing with the Russian leader. He discussed plans to send weapons to Ukraine and possible tariffs on Russia if there's no ceasefire in 50 days. Trump also spoke about NATO, saying he now supports it as a defense alliance, and looked forward to a second state visit to the UK.Key Facts
- Donald Trump spoke to the BBC, expressing disappointment with Vladimir Putin but saying he is "not done" with him.
- Trump announced plans to send weapons to Ukraine and warned of tariffs on Russia if a ceasefire isn't reached in 50 days.
- He affirmed his support for NATO, despite earlier calling it obsolete, and backed its common defense principle.
- The phone call with the BBC lasted 20 minutes and came after discussions about a potential interview.
- Trump mentioned that he thinks about the assassination attempt against him as little as possible.
- He expressed a positive view of the UK, noting he owns property there, and anticipates a second state visit in September.
- Trump highlighted his shift in thinking regarding NATO, now viewing it as an effective defense alliance.
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