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He also called Ukraine’s efforts “pretty amazing”.
He also called Ukraine’s efforts “pretty amazing”.
What is happening?
After a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York on Sept. 23, Donald Trump said he now believes Ukraine can retake all territories occupied by Russia.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the economic toll on Russia, combined with EU and NATO support, puts Ukraine “in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form.”
“Original borders are an option,” says Trump
Trump emphasized that, with “time, patience, and the financial support of Europe and NATO,” Ukraine’s return to its original borders is a real possibility.
He described Russia’s war efforts as “aimless,” now entering their fourth year without clear progress.
A sharp turn from past positions
These latest remarks reflect a notable shift in Trump’s stance.
His administration had previously leaned toward compromises with Moscow, particularly in discussions about recognizing Russia’s hold over Ukrainian territory, including Crimea.
Contradiction to August peace talks with Putin
Only a month earlier, on Aug. 15, Trump had hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
At that time, Trump floated a peace plan based on current front lines, suggesting territorial swaps and security guarantees.
The idea was widely criticized by Kyiv and European allies.
Ukraine rejected Russia’s ceasefire terms
Moscow has repeatedly proposed a ceasefire that would force Kyiv to withdraw from parts of Donetsk Oblast and accept Russian control over Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk.
Ukraine has firmly rejected these terms, insisting on restoring full territorial integrity.
“Crimea will stay with Russia,” Trump previously claimed
Back in April, Trump had publicly stated that Crimea “will stay with Russia,” citing its long-standing control by Moscow.
A U.S. peace proposal shared with European officials in Paris even included a draft provision to recognize the 2014 annexation — a position Ukraine strongly opposed.
A new tone in latest meeting with Zelensky
Trump’s recent meeting with Zelensky marked their fourth since Trump’s return to office.
Following the talks, Trump acknowledged Ukraine’s military advances and highlighted Russia’s worsening economy.
He described Ukraine’s efforts as “pretty amazing.”
Zelensky senses a change in Trump’s view
In a follow-up interview with Fox News, Zelensky said he believes Trump now understands that territorial swaps are not a fair or viable solution.
“I really count on this,” he said. “We can’t just swap territories. It’s not fair.”
Russia’s economy in crisis, Trump says
Trump pointed to Russia’s deteriorating economy as a major development since his last meeting with Zelensky.
“The Russian economy is terrible right now,” he said, calling it a strategic opportunity for Ukraine to press forward.
U.S. Military Aid boosts Ukraine via NATO
On Sept. 16, the Trump administration approved its first U.S. weapons packages for Ukraine funded by NATO allies.
Days later, Ukraine confirmed it would receive Patriot and HIMARS missile systems under the PURL program.
The delivery timeline remains uncertain.
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