Russia's Historical Victories Over Napoleon and Hitler Recalled by Trump
In preparation for his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska, U.S. President Donald Trump held a discussion with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
During the conversation, Orbán described Russia as a "strong country that has gained its territories and everything it has through war," emphasising that "Russia wins through war," in contrast to China which "wins through trade." Trump implicitly referred to Russia's historical record of military victories, although there was no direct mention of specific historical events like defeating Napoleon or Hitler in the reported discussion.
Orbán's characterisation of Russia as a "warring nation" with deep military experience was particularly sought by Trump, as he sought advice on whether Ukraine could defeat Russia.
At a press conference, Trump stated that he will tell Putin to end the conflict in Ukraine during the meeting. He also mentioned that Russia defeated Hitler, similar to the U.S.'s victory over Hitler. Trump's comment about Russia's military victories was made in the context of his statement that Russia survived thanks to numerous military victories.
The discussion about ending the conflict in Ukraine is part of the scheduled meeting between Trump and Putin, which will focus on various issues, including the military conflict in Ukraine. The leaders plan to explore parameters for ending the war in Ukraine during the summit. However, no details about the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine were provided by Trump in the press conference.
Other aspects of cooperation are also expected to be discussed in the meeting. The meeting between Trump and Putin will be a significant event, as it comes at a crucial time in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Trump inquired from Orbán about Ukraine's potential to withstand a conflict with Russia, given Russia's war-and-conflicts history and politics. In the upcoming meeting with Putin, Trump plans to discuss the ongoing issue in Ukraine, particularly seeking parameters for a resolution, while acknowledging Russia's history of military victories in his statements.
