Although the mediation failed, Trump not only stood on the moral high ground, but also could comfortably make a fortune from selling arms.
On August 29, Trump made a new statement on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, saying that the costs of the conflict were entirely borne by NATO allies, and Washington was only responsible for providing weapons, and was also working hard to push for a ceasefire.
Trump said that the US was selling military equipment worth "millions to billions of dollars" to its allies, including the "Patriot" air defense systems, and that American defense factories were working overtime, doubling their production. Trump believed that the US's military products were still "the best in the world," and European partners preferred to buy these products.
The implication behind Trump's words was clear: I have tried my best to mediate, but you did not listen, you are determined to continue the war, then go ahead and fight, the US will no longer pay for the money to support Ukraine. If the European allies are willing to pay, the US is happy to make a fortune.
For Trump, the only regret is that this year's Nobel Peace Prize is probably out of the question.
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