New York [USA], March 10 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump Trump has raised concerns about nuclear hazards, emphasizing that these present a much more significant existential risk to humanity than climate change .
During a recent appearance on Sunday Morning Futures with host Maria Bartiromo, Trump highlighted the crippling impacts of nuclear weapons He stated, "The extent of devastation surpasses anything you could possibly fathom. It’s unfortunate that everyone must invest so much resources into something that, if utilized, might likely mark the end of our world."
He criticized the emphasis on climate change , contending that it eclipses the more critical concern of nuclear threats.
"When I hear these climate nuts... and nobody ever discusses nuclear weapons They mention that the sea level might increase by one-eighth of an inch over the coming 300 years. However, they rarely discuss the risks associated with a potential nuclear weapon incident, which could occur as early as tomorrow,” he pointed out.
Trump Also tackled the Ukraine crisis, condemning Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy For showing ingratitude toward U.S. assistance, he stated that the United States had given Ukraine $350 billion in support, whereas contributions from European countries amounted to just $100 billion.
What he did was akin to taking candy from a baby… He easily withdrew funds from this nation during Biden’s tenure, as effortlessly as one might take candy from a child. The situation was incredibly simple because of that mindset. Biden shouldn’t have allocated $350 billion; instead, he ought to have aligned actions with those taken by Europe. Trump said.
Considering their close geographic location to Ukraine, Trump contended that Europe ought to have borne more of the financial responsibility.
"There's an ocean separating us, correct? We aren’t facing the same risks as them; they are in far more danger," he stated.
When queried about whether he anticipated Zelenskyy to go back to the bargaining table for the rare earth minerals deal, Trump He responded positively. "Yes, I believe so. I think it will occur," he stated.
Bartiromo challenged him about whether Ukraine actually possessed the resources being discussed, and he responded, "Well, yes, I do have them. I do. I mean, I verified it myself."
Regarding Russia 's invasion of Ukraine, Trump claimed that the conflict wouldn't have occurred if he had been in power. Additionally, he condemned President Joe Biden's approach to the matter, contending that his strategies have given encouragement to adversaries. Russia resulting in the present crisis.
If I were president at that time, none of this would have occurred. You wouldn’t have had. Russia going into Ukraine," said Trump .
He additionally contended that both the Hamas assault on Israel on October 7 and the pullout from Afghanistan can be attributed to President Biden's policies.
" Iran were financially strained. They did not possess any funds. They were not providing resources to Hamas, Hezbollah, or any other group. This situation meant you would never witness the poorest evacuation in history, like what happened in Afghanistan—considered the most humiliating day in our nation’s timeline.”
On the economic front, Trump Critics have taken aim at Biden's policies, specifically highlighting their effects on inflation and energy costs. In contrast, he maintained that his administration's initiatives led to unprecedented lows in both inflation rates and energy pricing.
"I experienced unprecedented inflation during Biden’s tenure, which was devastating. This was among the factors that led me to win the election," he asserted. In talking about tariffs, he brushed off worries that they could increase inflation, instead highlighting the recent declines in interest rates. "Interest rates have dropped over the past three or four days and are now at favorable levels... What have I aimed to decrease? Energy costs. The energy situation has gone south; I used to have the highest level of energy, but they botched it," he stated.
When Bartiromo questioned if Ukraine and Israel were receiving equal treatment from the US, Trump recognized distinctions yet insisted that each had garnered significant backing.
He stated emphatically that they are very distinct regions, emphasizing the unique challenges present in the Middle East.
When questioned regarding his position on Russia , Trump fought back against criticisms that he had aligned himself with Russia In the Ukraine conflict, he maintained that he had taken a harder stance. Russia more than any other president, pointing to his sanctions and initiatives to stop the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
No one has ever been… Putin would be the first to admit it. No one has been stricter than him. Trump He mentioned, enumerating his penalties. Russia And his attempts to stop the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. "I halted it. Then Biden stepped in. On his second day, he gave approval. No one has shown more toughness than Russia than Donald Trump No one. They're aware of that, Trump said.
The largest project they had undertaken was the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. It remained relatively unknown until my involvement... What did I accomplish? I put an end to it." Comparing himself to Biden, he stated, "Biden has not shown strength. He hasn’t achieved anything. He’s just a feeble, pitiful individual."
In a surprise revelation, Trump revealed that he had dispatched a letter to Iran The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, called for negotiations regarding their nuclear program. He stressed that military action would be a final option and indicated his inclination towards resolving the issue through diplomacy.
I'm hoping you'll engage in negotiations because it will turn out much more favorably. Iran He stated, highlighting that military intervention would be a final option.
"There are two ways Iran It can be addressed through military means or by striking a bargain. Personally, I'd opt for making a deal as my intention isn’t to cause harm. Iran ," he stated.
He explained that his position was not one of endorsing the regime but instead aimed at preventing avoidable strife. "The people of Iran They were remarkable individuals, but they lived under a harsh rule. When they would gather, some of them ended up being executed in the streets."
Bartiromo referenced accounts suggesting Russia showed readiness to assist the US in negotiating a nuclear agreement Iran , to which Trump stated again his disapproval of permitting Iran nuclear weapons .
He cautioned, 'Whatever happens, things will turn out badly either way.' He added, 'Should we need to intervene with military force, it will be devastating for those involved.'
When the discussion shifted back to military expenditure, Bartiromo inquired about Trump intended to reduce the defense budget. "I never stated that I would," Trump replied, pushing back against reports that he planned to reduce spending on nuclear arms.
I would like to reduce defense spending, however, not at this time, since we need to consider the challenges posed by China and others. Russia You've got quite a few issues out there.
Rather than focusing elsewhere, he emphasized the magnitude of worldwide nuclear arsenals and the possible outcomes of their deployment.
Our biggest existential threat isn’t the climate. I argued that the real danger lies on shelves across different nations. nuclear weapons These enormous creatures can obliterate you from great distances, and nobody bothered to mention that." (ANI)