Former Prime Minister Accuses Trump of Failing to Make Progress in Talks with Russian Leader

Boris Johnson, once a strong ally of Donald Trump, has sharply criticised the US President’s recent talks with Vladimir Putin, following the Russian leader’s rejection of a ceasefire proposal in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Johnson, who had been a vocal supporter of Trump, expressed his frustration on social media, claiming that Putin’s refusal to entertain the ceasefire plan demonstrated that the Russian leader was “laughing at us.”

In his post, Johnson expressed disbelief at Putin’s stance, accusing the Russian leader of continuing to “bomb and kill innocent Ukrainians” and aiming to turn Ukraine into a “vassal state of Russia.” This reaction stood in stark contrast to his earlier comments on March 14, where he had expressed confidence that Trump would be able to pressure Putin into conceding, stating that he believed Trump would use all his diplomatic leverage to force the Russian leader to back down.

Johnson’s comments reflect a growing disillusionment among some of Trump’s former supporters, who have been critical of his apparent lack of progress in securing a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine. Critics have also highlighted the diplomatic flaws in Trump’s handling of the situation, with some pointing to Putin’s attempts to use the talks to bolster Russia’s image, including the suggestion of a US-Russia ice hockey match.

In a statement that resonated with others critical of Trump’s efforts, Johnson joined those accusing the US President of failing to achieve any meaningful results. The rejection of a ceasefire, alongside continued Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, has led many to question the effectiveness of Trump’s diplomatic approach.

As Russia’s state-controlled media lauds Putin’s success in these talks, Johnson’s comments further underscore the growing tension over the ongoing conflict and the role of international diplomacy in seeking peace.