Donald Trump, the elected President of the United States, wrote on his social media account, 'Truth,' on Sunday, December 9: 'Assad is gone. He fled his country. His defender, Russia led by Vladimir Putin, is no longer interested in protecting him.' Donald Trump, who will assume the presidency of the United States on January 20, referred to the Islamic Republic and Russia as the main supporters of Bashar Assad, stating: 'Russia and Iran are currently in a weak position. One of them due to the (war in) Ukraine and the bad economic situation, and the other due to Israel and its successes in the war.' Trump emphasized that Russia should never have protected Bashar Assad from the beginning and that Moscow lost interest in safeguarding him after entering the war in Ukraine, which should never have started. The elected President of the United States further added: 'There was no reason for Russia to be there from the start. Due to the (war in) Ukraine, a war that should never have started and may continue indefinitely, they lost all interest in Syria.' Trump had previously stated that he intends to quickly end the war in Ukraine. While in Paris for the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral, he met with Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, on Saturday, December 8. The elected President of the United States pointed out the deaths and injuries of hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian and Russian military personnel, as well as the deaths of many Ukrainian civilians, stating that the Ukrainian leader 'is willing to end the madness through an agreement.' Trump added: 'A ceasefire must be established immediately, and negotiations should begin.'
Trump Refers to Assad's 'Flight': Iranian Government is Weak
Donald Trump commented on the weakening position of Iran and Russia regarding Bashar Assad, suggesting that both countries are currently struggling due to various conflicts. He emphasized the need for a ceasefire in Ukraine and negotiations to end the ongoing war. This statement highlights the shifting dynamics in the Middle East and the implications for U.S. foreign policy.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Donald Trump commented on the weakening positions of Iran and Russia regarding their support for Bashar Assad, suggesting that both countries are struggling due to various conflicts. He called for a ceasefire in Ukraine and negotiations to end the war.
- Trump stated that Russia's interest in protecting Assad has diminished due to the war in Ukraine.
- He emphasized the need for a ceasefire in Ukraine and negotiations to resolve the conflict.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran and Russia have been key supporters of Bashar Assad during the Syrian civil war, which has drawn in various international actors. The ongoing war in Ukraine has strained Russia's resources and focus.
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