In a dramatic shift that stunned diplomats and analysts alike, President Donald Trump this week suggested Russia is "a paper tiger" and that Ukraine can win back all its territory—with time, patience, and European support.
Speaking at the United Nations summit in New York, Trump's remarks marked a sharp departure from his long-standing posture on the Russia-Ukraine war. For years, Trump had criticized Ukraine for prolonging the conflict and maintained a sympathetic tone toward Moscow. But on Tuesday, that narrative flipped.
