Foreign policy of the first Donald Trump administration

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his willingness to impose additional sanctions on Russia as the war in Ukraine nears its third anniversary. Trump was asked whether further sanctions would be imposed if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not engage in negotiations. He responded, "Sounds likely," indicating that further pressure could be applied.

President Donald Trump has failed to meet his self-imposed deadline for ending the war in Ukraine, a pledge he repeatedly made during his campaign. While few believed his claim that he could resolve the three-year conflict within 24 hours, the missed target and lack of focus on Ukraine during his inauguration events highlight the complexity of the situation.

In his inaugural address marking the beginning of his second term, Donald Trump proclaimed, "The golden age of America begins right now." Speaking to an audience that included former Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Joe Biden, Trump outlined a bold vision for the nation's future, emphasizing themes of sovereignty, security, and prosperity.

Keith Kellogg, the special envoy for Ukraine and Russia under U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, has outlined his ambitious goal to find a resolution to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine within 100 days of Trump's inauguration. Kellogg emphasized that both Trump and himself are aware of the urgency and the limited time they have to reach a solution.

Donald Trump, the newly elected U.S. President, expressed understanding of Russia's opposition to Ukraine's potential NATO membership. In a recent press conference at his Florida estate, Trump acknowledged Russia's long-standing objection to Ukraine joining the alliance, which predates Vladimir Putin's presidency.

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump speaks at a news conference at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort on Dec. 16, 2024 in Palm Beach, Florida.

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Monday proclaimed Türkiye as a pivotal force in Syria's future, following the recent fall of the Assad regime.

Donald Trump, the president-elect of the United States, has indicated a reduction in military aid to Ukraine once he assumes office. In a recent televised interview, Trump also proposed rethinking the U.S. role in NATO, suggesting that continued participation would hinge on member states meeting their financial commitments to the alliance.