Trump stated that Putin “let him down” regarding the issue of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war.

Trump’s Statement on the Russia-Ukraine War

At a joint press conference on September 18, 2025, with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump stated that the outcome of the Russia-Ukraine war depends on Putin’s actions, who, in his opinion, “let him down.”

Trump emphasized that the United States has been involved in several complex wars that seemed unsolvable.

“I hoped that the war between Russia and Ukraine would be resolved, relying on my relationship with President Putin. However, he let me down,” noted the American president.

Trump’s View on the Prospects of the War

Trump did not make categorical predictions, indicating that the situation remains uncertain. He noted that the future of the conflict depends on many circumstances.

“We’ll see how it all unfolds,” he added, referring to the current war.

Trump also did not ignore the possible resolution of the conflict between Israel and Hamas. He compared both wars, stating that each is associated with its unique challenges.

• “In war, you can never be sure,” he emphasized, summarizing his thoughts on the unpredictability of military actions.

Reaction to Trump’s Statement

At a banquet at Windsor Castle on September 17, 2025, King Charles III of the United Kingdom noted the importance of supporting Ukraine. Trump was nodding approvingly at that moment, indicating agreement with the British king’s position.

Although Trump expressed hope for resolving the conflict, his words also reflected the complexity of the current situation. Expectations and the prospect of ending the conflict remain in question, and future events may develop unpredictably.