In a scathing rebuke, former US President Donald Trump has denounced his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, as “absolutely crazy” amid Moscow’s intensified assault on Ukraine. The sharp criticism came in response to Russia’s latest barrage of airstrikes, which marked one of the largest such attacks since the start of the conflict.
Speaking on Sunday, Trump did not mince words when addressing Putin’s decision to escalate the invasion, which has now entered its eleventh month. “He’s crazy, this guy is crazy,” Trump declared, adding that the Russian leader’s actions were “unbelievable” and “very, very sad.”
The former president’s comments underscore the growing international condemnation of Russia’s continued aggression in Ukraine. The latest airstrikes, which targeted multiple cities across the war-torn country, resulted in the deaths of at least 11 civilians and left many more injured.
Describing the situation as “horrible,” Trump expressed his concerns over the escalating violence and the potential for further escalation. “This is not good. This is not good at all,” he said, calling on the international community to take decisive action to rein in Putin’s military campaign.
The Russian leader’s decision to intensify the attacks on Ukraine comes amid mounting pressure on Moscow from Western nations, which have imposed a raft of economic sanctions and provided military aid to Kyiv. However, Putin has shown no signs of backing down, with the Kremlin’s rhetoric becoming increasingly belligerent in recent weeks.
Trump’s condemnation of Putin’s actions is particularly noteworthy given his previous stance towards the Russian leader. During his time in office, the former president was often criticized for his perceived deferential approach to Putin, with some accusing him of being too soft on the Kremlin.
Now, as the war in Ukraine rages on, Trump has joined the chorus of international voices calling for a strong response to Russia’s aggression. His harsh words against Putin underline the growing consensus that the Russian leader’s actions are unacceptable and that the global community must take decisive steps to bring the conflict to an end.
