Trump Says Ukraine Can Fully Repel Russia’s Invasion
Trump Says Ukraine Can Fully Repel Russia’s Invasion Washington, D.C. — September 24, 2025 Former U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he believes Ukraine is capable of fully repulsing Russia’s invasion, marking the first time he has publicly expressed confidence in Kyiv’s ability to win the war outright. The comments came during a press briefing at his Mar-a-Lago residence, where Trump addressed ongoing global conflicts and U.S. foreign policy priorities. “Ukraine is stronger than people think. They’ve shown tremendous courage, and I believe they can push Russia back completely,” Trump said. A Shift in Tone Trump’s statement represents a significant shift from his earlier positions, where he often emphasized negotiations and questioned the extent of U.S. military aid to Ukraine. While he stopped short of calling for additional American involvement, his remarks acknowledged Ukraine’s battlefield resilience nearly four years into the war. The State of the War R...