Former U.S. President Donald Trump said on May 26, 2025, that Russian President Vladimir Putin has “gone absolutely crazy” and that his administration is considering additional sanctions against Russia.
Trump made the comments to reporters following a closed-door meeting with Republican lawmakers. He said that the United States is seriously looking at new sanctions in response to recent Russian actions.
According to U.S. officials, the proposed sanctions could target key areas of the Russian economy, including energy, defense, and banking. No formal decisions have been announced, and the U.S. Treasury Department has not released any details.
Tensions between the United States and Russia have increased in recent months, particularly due to Russia’s continued military activities in Ukraine. Trump’s statement reflects a shift toward a more critical position on Russia, following criticism that his administration had not reacted strongly enough to Moscow’s behavior.
The Kremlin has not issued an official response to Trump’s remarks. Russian state media reported on the comments but did not include any statements from government officials.
The White House said it is currently in consultation with European allies about potential coordinated measures. No timeline has been provided for when or if the new sanctions will be introduced.
Source; Reuters
