Key Concepts:
- US-Russia relations
- Donald Trump's perspective on Vladimir Putin
- Failed deals with Russia
- NATO
- US-UK relations
- Upcoming state visit to Britain
Interview with Donald Trump
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Background: The interview was conducted by phone with BBC's chief North America correspondent, Gary O'Donoghue, to mark the anniversary of the attempted assassination in Pennsylvania. O'Donoghue had been trying to secure the interview for some time.
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Trump on Putin:
- Trump stated he is "disappointed" in Putin but "not done with him."
- He claimed to have been "four times close to a deal" with Putin, but these deals fell apart.
- Example: Trump cited an instance where Putin allegedly "attacked a nursing home or something in Kiev" after a deal was supposedly reached.
- When asked if he trusts Putin, Trump responded, "I trust almost nobody to be honest with you."
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Failed Deals: Trump mentioned having a deal "done four times" with Putin, implying a pattern of agreements being reached but ultimately failing due to Russia's actions.
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NATO: Trump is now "much more positive" about NATO than he used to be.
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US-UK Relations:
- Trump praised Britain as a "true ally."
- He stated that he likes the Prime Minister "very much," even though the Prime Minister is "a liberal."
- He is scheduled for a state visit to Britain in September.
- He said he wasn't bothered about whether he would address parliament or not.
- Regarding the debate in Britain about whether parliament should be recalled, he said they should stay and enjoy themselves.
Conclusion:
The interview reveals Trump's complex and evolving perspective on Putin and Russia. While expressing disappointment and distrust, he remains open to future engagement. He also highlighted the strong relationship between the US and the UK, despite political differences.
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