Trump says U.S. wants to resolve Russia-Ukraine conflict, criticizes European aid contributions

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the United States is committed to resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, expressing a strong desire to bring the war to a conclusion. "We are trying to end this war between Ukraine and Russia. I would like to see it end," Trump stated.

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We are trying to end this war between Ukraine and Russia. I would like to see it end.

Trump also voiced criticism regarding the substantial financial and military aid provided by the Biden administration to Ukraine. He argued that European countries should have contributed more significantly to the costs, particularly for military equipment. "A lot has been given to Ukraine," he remarked, adding that Europeans "should have paid for it." Trump suggested that European leaders were not asked to cover these expenses, implying a missed opportunity for them to finance their own security.

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A lot has been given to Ukraine. And for that, the Europeans should have paid, it is Europe that should have taken on these expenses.

Recounting a recent meeting with European leaders, Trump highlighted the scale of U.S. assistance, estimating it at $350 billion in equipment and weaponry. He reiterated his commitment to ending the conflict, citing the widespread suffering it has caused. "We are trying to achieve the end of this war between Ukraine and Russia. I would like it to end. Too many people are suffering," he concluded.

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We have provided $350 billion in aid, planes, weapons of all kinds, and much more.

This statement follows previous remarks by Trump indicating that after resolving the conflict with Iran, the U.S. would focus its attention on the Ukrainian settlement. His comments underscore a potential shift in U.S. foreign policy priorities regarding the ongoing conflict.

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We are trying to achieve the end of this war between Ukraine and Russia. I would like it to end. Too many people are suffering.