Former President Donald Trump sent coronavirus testing devices to Russian President Vladimir Putin during the pandemic as confirmed by the Kremlin. The story was reported in a new book by Bob Woodward, which also claims that Trump and Putin have spoken multiple times since Trump left office, a claim that was denied by the Kremlin. Trump also denied the reporting, accusing Woodward of bias and calling him a “storyteller.” The book raises questions about Trump’s potential handling of the war in Ukraine if re-elected. Trump has claimed he could resolve the conflict in a day, but Russia’s ambassador to the UN disagreed. Trump’s relationship with Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has been scrutinized, as he would need permission to negotiate on behalf of the U.S. government as a private citizen. Trump’s critics have criticized his praise of authoritarian leaders, including Putin, and his stance on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Despite his claims of a positive relationship with Putin and Zelenskyy, doubts have been raised about the true nature of these interactions. The controversy surrounding Trump’s interactions with foreign leaders, particularly Putin, continues to be a point of contention.
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