In a dramatic shift from his previous statements at the Alaska summit, U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly declared that Ukraine has the right to reclaim all territories currently occupied by Russian forces.
Speaking at a press event earlier today, Trump said that Ukraine “can take back every inch” of land seized during Russia’s ongoing conflict. This marks a stark reversal from his comments at the Alaska summit, where he appeared more cautious about directly endorsing full territorial recovery.
The president’s remarks immediately drew reactions from global leaders and analysts. Some praised the firm stance as a show of support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, while others criticized it as a sudden pivot that could complicate diplomatic efforts.
The timing of Trump’s statement is particularly notable, coming amid heightened tensions in Eastern Europe and ongoing international negotiations aimed at ending the conflict.
Ukraine has consistently maintained that all Russian-occupied regions, including Crimea and parts of the Donbas, must be returned as part of any lasting peace agreement.Political commentators suggest that Trump’s reversal may be aimed at strengthening his image on foreign policy ahead of potential future campaigns, positioning him as a decisive voice on international security issues.
As the world reacts to the statement, questions remain about how current U.S. administration officials and international partners will respond to this unexpected turn in the former president’s foreign policy rhetoric.
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