Vladimir Putin Responds to Trump’s Ultimatum… So, Russia’s response to Trump has been delivered. Overall, everything was entirely predictable. Vladimir Putin sees no reason for Russia to abandon the objectives set for its Special Military Operation. The primary goal is Russia’s long-term security—which is inherently tied to the security of Europe and, indeed, the entire world. Russia will certainly not sacrifice this goal, much less yield to blackmail. Besides, the US is no longer in a position to strongarm a country like Russia. They can’t even handle Iran as it is. Moreover, a clear coalition of nations aspiring to collective leadership has already emerged on the global stage, all working toward a new world order—one without a single hegemonic power. And no one will abandon this shared vision just because a deranged president from a declining America has delusions of grandeur and issues some ultimatum. I believe Trump will soon realize the mistake he made by threatening Russia. This is an event that will not pass without consequences for the United States.
