Former President Donald Trump expressed concern about the ongoing conflict between the Russian military and the Wagner mercenaries, referring to it as a significant issue. Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group, called for an armed uprising against Russia’s military leaders, alleging that a top general had ordered an attack that resulted in the deaths of 2,000 Wagner soldiers in Ukraine. Prigozhin’s forces took control of the city of Rostov-on-Don and advanced towards Moscow, describing it as a “march for justice.” Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko mediated a deal between Prigozhin and Moscow, allowing Prigozhin to move to Belarus while dropping criminal charges against him. Prior to this agreement, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed that the rebels would face punishment.
Trump, who is seeking the Republican nomination for the 2024 White House race, has previously stated that he would end the war between Ukraine and Russia within 24 hours if elected. He recently revealed that he warned Putin years ago that there would be severe consequences if Russia invaded Ukraine. Trump took to his Truth Social account to express his concerns about the situation in Russia, cautioning against unforeseen consequences.
In a separate post, Trump claimed that President Joe Biden would handle the Russian situation according to the wishes of Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Trump highlighted that China poses a greater threat than Russia and suggested that the chaos in Russia could present China with an advantageous opportunity.
Prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Putin and Xi met in China, strengthening bilateral ties and signaling extensive cooperation. The leaders met again in Russia in March, aiming to establish a new China-led global order. Observers suggest that Xi would want more control over the Chinese military in light of Prigozhin’s rebellion. Taiwan remains a contentious issue, with the CCP claiming it as part of Chinese territory, while Taiwan asserts its independence. The possibility of an armed conflict between Taiwan and China before 2027 has been raised by experts.
The content includes information on the conflict between the Russian military and Wagner mercenaries, Trump’s views on the situation, and the potential impact this could have on China’s actions. It also addresses the relationship between Russia and China and the ongoing tensions surrounding Taiwan.