In a striking reversal of his previously cordial stance, former U.S. President Donald Trump launched a scathing critique of Russian President Vladimir Putin, labeling him “**absolutely CRAZY**” for intensifying attacks on Ukrainian civilian areas.
**🔹 Sharp Criticism Amid Civilian Casualties**
Trump took to Truth Social to denounce Russia’s recent wave of airstrikes, which targeted multiple Ukrainian cities:
*“He is needlessly killing a lot of people, and I’m not just talking about soldiers. Missiles and drones are being fired into cities for no reason whatsoever.”*
Trump warned that Putin’s aggressive push to seize Ukraine could backfire catastrophically:
*“If he goes for the whole country, it will lead to the downfall of Russia. Something has clearly changed.”* The remarks mark a stark departure from Trump’s past praise for Putin, underscoring a dramatic shift in tone.
**🔹 Clashes with Zelensky and Biden**
Trump also turned his ire toward Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, accusing him of exacerbating tensions:
*“Everything out of his mouth causes problems. I don’t like it, and it better stop.”*
Reiterating his long-held position, Trump claimed the conflict would have been preventable under his administration:
*“This is Zelensky’s, Putin’s, and Biden’s war—not mine. I’m trying to put out the fires they started with incompetence.”*
**🔹 Renewed Attacks Follow Prisoner Swap**
The latest Russian strikes occurred shortly after a significant prisoner exchange between Moscow and Kyiv. Tragically, the assaults claimed civilian lives, including three children aged 8, 12, and 17 in Ukraine’s Zhytomyr region.
**🔹 Potential U.S. Response**
When questioned about America’s next steps, Trump hinted at tougher measures:
*“I’m absolutely considering more sanctions. I don’t know what’s wrong with him. He’s killing a lot of people. I’m not happy about that.”*
The comments reflect growing pressure on Western leaders to address Russia’s escalating aggression while navigating domestic political divides over the war’s trajectory.