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These audio snippets suggest that during his presidency, Trump employed a mix of provocative rhetoric and diplomacy, emphasizing the importance of deterrence through uncompromising language. The recordings highlight his belief in high-stakes brinkmanship, along with the potential for these threats to influence international behavior.
Changing U.S. Posture Toward Russia and Ukraine
Since his return to the White House, Donald Trump has adopted a more adversarial stance toward Vladimir Putin compared to previous years. This shift has been evidenced by the U.S. resuming military aid to Ukraine—a move that had been temporarily put on hold. Trump’s approach emphasizes supporting Ukraine by providing weapons and backing sanctions aimed at Russia.