Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for inconsistent policies on Russia and Ukraine, calling it a “political seesaw.”
On June 8th, 2025, President Donald Trump promised to increase defensive weapon supplies to Ukraine, despite halting military aid due to concerns about U.S. stockpiles exactly a week before.
“The American is riding his favourite political seesaw again; ‘I’m pleased with the conversation with Putin.’ ‘I’m disappointed with the conversation with Putin.’ ‘We’re not supplying new weapons to Ukraine.’ ‘We’ll be supplying a lot of weapons to Ukraine for defence,” Dmitry stated.
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“How should we feel about this? The same as before. Nothing. Continue to achieve the goals of the special military operation. Return our land,” he added.
U.S resumption of weapons supply
Trump promised to increase the supply of “defensive” systems to Ukraine to help it defend against Russian attacks, much to the relief of Ukraine who highly depend on American ammunitions.
“We’re going to send some more weapons. We have to do this. They should be able to protect themselves. They have been hit very hard now,” Trump stated.
Trump has pressured Ukraine to accept a peace plan favoring Russia, which would freeze territory along current front lines and block Ukraine from joining NATO, rejected by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Following a phone call with Putin on July 3, 2025, where Trump said he made “no progress” towards a ceasefire, Russia launched a record number of drones at Kyiv, striking multiple buildings and residential areas.
This attack, lasting 13 hours, resulted in at least one death and 23 injuries, highlighting the lack of progress in ceasefire talks.
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These actions and statements align with Medvedev’s characterization of a “political seesaw,” where Trump’s positions appear to fluctuate.
U.S.– Russia Relations
The U.S. has provided Ksh13.8 trillion in military aid to Ukraine, while Russia counters with territorial ambitions and propaganda. Trump’s inconsistent policies, halting Ksh154.8 billion aid yet resuming defensive supplies, creates uncertainty.
His recent pressure on Ukraine for peace terms favouring Russia and demand for rare earth metals suggest a transactional approach, complicating diplomatic efforts.
Russia’s plan to continue the Ukraine operation and Trump’s inconsistent aid policy may lead to a tit-for-tat escalation. The July 4 drone attack post-Trump-Putin call signals Russia’s willingness to act despite U.S. engagement.
Medvedev’s frustration with U.S. inconsistency might push Russia to seek stability if economic strain intensifies.
For now, the relationship remains a volatile balance of military posturing and diplomatic uncertainty.
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