On November 9, 2026, during a press conference, Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, reacted to a reporter's question about why Vladimir Putin is ignoring his demands regarding Ukraine. This incident sparked widespread media attention.
Reporter’s Question
The journalist reminded Trump that over the past 22 months, he had repeatedly set deadlines for Putin to achieve peace and to meet personally with Volodymyr Zelensky. However, according to the reporter, Putin has ignored these demands.
Trump’s Reaction
In response to the question, Trump expressed his outrage: "They say: 'He ignores...' Is he at war against us?" He then asked the reporter where he was from, and upon learning that he represented MS NOW, Trump stated: "That's fake. MS NOW has the worst ratings in their history... It's one of the worst [channels]. You are a fake news network."
Context of the Situation
This dialogue became part of a broader discussion about the role of the United States in the conflict in Ukraine and Trump’s attitude toward international relations. His rhetoric has elicited various reactions among political analysts and the public, highlighting tensions between the U.S. and Russia.