15/07/2025
🟥 BREAKING NEWS
🇺🇸 Trump: “Disappointed But Not Done” with Putin — Calls Out Kremlin & Doubles Down on NATO
📞 Exclusive BBC Interview Covers Ukraine, NATO, UK, Border, and Legacy
Washington, D.C. — In a rare and wide-ranging 20-minute phone interview with the BBC, U.S. President Donald Trump delivered strong remarks on Russia, NATO, Brexit, immigration, and his political legacy — just ahead of the anniversary of an assassination attempt on his life.
🔥 On Putin & Russia:
> “I’m disappointed in him, but I’m not done with him.”
Trump criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for dodging peace talks on Ukraine, accusing him of speaking “a lot of bulls***.” He warned of severe tariffs on Russia if no ceasefire is reached within 50 days and announced new arms shipments to Ukraine.
🛡️ On NATO:
Trump reversed past criticisms, now calling NATO “strong and necessary.”
> “It’s no longer obsolete… countries are paying their own bills now.”
He praised NATO nations for agreeing to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP.
🇬🇧 On the UK & Brexit:
Trump said he holds a “special bond” with the UK and plans a second state visit in September.
On Brexit: “It’s been sloppy, but it’s getting straightened out.”
He praised PM Sir Keir Starmer, despite political differences, and reaffirmed the UK-US trade deal.
🇲🇽 On Immigration:
Trump claimed success in curbing illegal crossings and promised continued deportations:
> “I want to get the criminals out quickly, and we’re doing that.”
He defended controversial deals with El Salvador and celebrated recent Supreme Court victories upholding deportation authority.
💰 On Legacy & Economy:
Trump highlighted his extended tax cuts, including breaks on tips and Medicaid reforms:
> “We have the largest tax cuts in history… America was dead a year ago — now it’s great again.”
