The Duran Podcast Trump signals Ukraine is losing and he wants to blame EU
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Sep 26, 2025 Trump's recent comments suggest he's distancing himself from Ukraine, raising eyebrows about his sincerity. The hosts discuss whether he's genuinely critical of European support or just being sarcastic. Concerns grow in Europe that Trump may shift blame for Ukraine's struggles onto them. As political dynamics evolve, the potential for deeper U.S. involvement looms, alongside worries about escalating tensions with Russia. They evaluate military options and ponder the implications of recent diplomatic missteps, questioning who stands to gain as the situation unfolds.
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Trump's Post As Strategic Sarcasm
- Alexander Mercouris argues Trump's Truth Social post was sarcastic and meant to flip European narratives about Ukraine's progress.
- He suggests Trump used the post to question why Europeans still ask the U.S. for more support if Ukraine is really 'winning.'
Blame Game Brewing Over Ukraine
- Patrick Henningsen and Alexander Mercouris highlight a developing 'blame game' where Trump distances himself to avoid responsibility for an eventual Ukrainian defeat.
- The Financial Times reports European leaders fear Trump intends to blame them if Ukraine fails.
Declare U.S. Noninvolvement Clearly
- Mercouris advises Trump should have publicly declared the war is not a U.S. national interest and ended active U.S. involvement.
- He argues that clear disengagement would have preserved U.S. resources and avoided ownership of the conflict.
