Trump warns Putin: “If not for me, Russia would’ve faced very bad things”

On Truth Social, the President claims credit for global stability and issues a stark warning to Moscow: “He’s playing with fire”

President Donald Trump issued a dramatic warning to Russian leader Vladimir Putin in a new post on Truth Social:
“What Vladimir Putin doesn’t understand is that, if it weren’t for me, Russia would have had some really bad things happen to it. And I mean really bad. He’s playing with fire!”

Boasting leadership in foreign affairs

The statement reflects Trump’s familiar rhetoric, portraying himself as a decisive leader who kept adversaries in check. Trump has repeatedly claimed that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine wouldn’t have happened under his presidency — a message central to his 2024 campaign narrative.

Context of continued U.S.-Russia tensions

The message comes at a time when Washington-Moscow relations remain tense, against the backdrop of the war in Ukraine and global diplomatic manoeuvres. Trump aims to reinforce his image as an uncompromising leader, claiming an active role in containing global threats.

No official comment has been issued by the Kremlin.

THE LATEST NEWS

• International-News

Iran regime mass killing justification claims in leaked video

13 Febbraio 2026

Leaked footage allegedly shows a regime security strategist defending mass killings during anti-government protests, according to activists Leaked video and...

Read More

• International-News

New Epstein revelations and scrutiny on Prince Andrew

13 Febbraio 2026

Royal family highlights charity and social causes as attention returns to Epstein documents and links to the former duke. New...

Read More

• International-News

Robert F. Kennedy Jr cocaine admission sparks backlash in US

13 Febbraio 2026

The Robert F. Kennedy Jr cocaine admission during a podcast interview has triggered political backlash and calls for resignation in...

Read More

• International-News

UN scandal: Iran elected vice-president of social development despite human rights violations

13 Febbraio 2026

Iran has been elected vice-president of the UN Commission for Social Development, sparking fierce controversy over its violations of women's...

Read More

• International-News

Iran marks Islamic Revolution anniversary with anti-US and Israel display

11 Febbraio 2026

Missiles, drone wreckage and propaganda symbols shown during mass rallies in Tehran Iran marks Islamic Revolution anniversary with anti-US and...

Read More

• International-News

Trump to repeal Endangerment Finding on greenhouse gases

11 Febbraio 2026

White House calls it historic deregulation; scientists and states prepare legal fight. Trump to repeal Endangerment Finding on greenhouse gases...

Read More

(Photo: © AndKronos)