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Trump to Send Patriot Systems to Ukraine, Slams Putin’s “Empty Promises”
Trump vows to send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, blasts Putin for “talking nice” and bombing civilians. Hints at major Russia announcement Monday.
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by News Desk
2025-07-14
Trump to Send Patriot Systems to Ukraine, Slams Putin’s “Empty Promises”

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, marking a dramatic shift in his administration’s approach to the war and issuing some of his sharpest criticism yet of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews on Sunday, Trump said,

“We will send them Patriots, which they desperately need… Putin really surprised a lot of people. He talks nice and then he bombs everybody in the evening. So, there’s a little bit of a problem there. I don’t like it.”

Trump, who returned to the White House in January 2025, had previously resisted approving new military aid to Kyiv, citing the burden on American taxpayers. However, after months of failed peace efforts, Trump announced on July 7 that his administration would begin authorizing shipments of “mostly defensive weapons” to Ukraine.

While he did not specify the number of Patriot batteries, Trump confirmed that Ukraine “is going to have some because they do need protection.”

Escalating Frustration with Putin

Trump’s remarks reflect growing disillusionment with Putin, whom he once praised for his strategic savvy. On Tuesday, Trump went further, saying:

“He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless… I’m very disappointed with President Putin. I thought he was somebody that meant what he said.”

Trump also accused the Russian president of constantly “throwing b******” at the U.S., signaling a possible pivot in U.S.-Russia relations under his administration.

Upcoming NATO Talks and Sanctions Loom

The announcement comes ahead of Trump’s meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in Washington, D.C., where the two leaders will reportedly discuss weapons transfers to Ukraine via NATO allies.

Trump has also teased a “major statement on Russia” to be delivered on Monday, with Axios reporting that it may include offensive weapons support for Kyiv.

Meanwhile, Senator Lindsey Graham, a vocal Ukraine supporter, revealed a bipartisan sanctions bill that would give Trump broad economic levers against Russia.

“This package would give President Trump the ability to impose 500% tariffs on any country aiding Russia’s war machine,” Graham said. “He can dial it up or down. He has maximum flexibility.”

Context: A Reversal of Position

Trump had initially campaigned on a promise to end the Ukraine war quickly, blaming both sides for the prolonged conflict and refusing to send new weapons. While previous U.S. support for Ukraine continued under carry-over funds from the Biden era, Trump’s administration had held back further commitments—until now.

However, recent developments, including Putin’s refusal to commit to even a 30-day ceasefire, have hardened Trump’s stance. Russia claims that such a ceasefire would only allow Ukraine to remobilize and rearm.

As Trump prepares his major announcement and NATO discussions this week, the international community is closely watching for signs of a more assertive U.S. posture in Eastern Europe.
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