Trump's Russia stance criticized by former Pentagon official
Former Pentagon official Ian Brzezinski sharply criticized Donald Trump for his stance towards Russia. In an interview with PAP, he expressed shame over the actions of the former U.S. president, which he believes contradicted America's interests and appeared to follow Vladimir Putin's directives.
Ian Brzezinski, a former high-ranking Pentagon official, shared his outrage regarding Donald Trump's actions in an interview with PAP. He believes the former U.S. president humiliated Ukraine, a victim of Russian aggression, which went against the interests of the United States. Brzezinski emphasized that such behaviour gave the impression that Trump was acting on behalf of Vladimir Putin.
Did Trump have a chance for a truce?
Brzezinski noted that Trump's policy was not only morally objectionable but also illogical from the perspective of U.S. strategic interests. The former Pentagon official pointed out that Trump had a chance to achieve a lasting truce in Ukraine, but his actions led to concessions towards Russia. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia by supporting Ukraine and tightening sanctions.
According to Brzezinski, the Trump administration adopted the role of a neutral mediator, which ceded ground to Russia. The former Pentagon official believes that real security guarantees for Ukraine can only be provided by European forces supported by the U.S. Brzezinski also criticized the idea of a minerals agreement that does not offer Ukraine any real protections.
