The Climate Consequences of the US-Russia Global Realignment
Donald Trump triggered a global geopolitical realignment by resuming direct relations with Vladimir Putin's Kremlin, agreeing to "work together, very closely," according to the US president.
Previously, the United States had worked with its European allies to isolate, sanction, and defeat Russia in response to its launch of full-scale war against Ukraine in 2022.
According to the US president, they will "work together, very closely"
Since taking office, Trump has been more amenable to Russia's goals, even calling Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a "dictator".
Author's summary: Trump's realignment with Russia has significant implications.
- US-Russia relations have shifted under Trump's presidency.
- European allies had previously worked together to isolate and sanction Russia.