Donald J. Trump, former President of the United States and current political figure, made several posts on his Truth Social account on August 17, 2025, addressing topics related to the ongoing war in Ukraine and upcoming diplomatic activity at the White House.
In a post dated August 18, 2025, Trump commented on the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, stating: "President Zelenskyy of Ukraine can end the war with Russia almost immediately, if he wants to, or he can continue to fight. Remember how it started. No getting back Obama given Crimea (12 years ago, without a shot being fired!)," (posted on August 18, 2025).
A separate post published moments later included only a link: "Donald J. Trump Truth Social 08.17.25 09:10 PM EST https://t.co/aRElMZtVDJ" (posted on August 18, 2025). The content or significance of the link was not clarified within the tweet itself.
Later that evening, Trump shared an announcement regarding international diplomacy: "Big day at the White House tomorrow. Never had so many European Leaders at one time. My great honor to host them!!! President DJT" (posted on August 18, 2025).
The context for Trump's remarks about Crimea references events from 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine during Barack Obama's presidency—a move that drew widespread international condemnation but did not involve direct military engagement at the time.
Trump's comments come amid ongoing tensions in Eastern Europe and continued debate over Western diplomatic responses to Russian actions in Ukraine.
