Ukraine has exposed Trump’s true identity: as a vandal, an autocrat, a gangster and a fool | Jonathan Freedland

theguardian.comPublished: 4/25/2025

Summary

To see Donald Trump at his truest, look no further than Ukraine. The US president has abandoned principles of international law, supported Russia's invasion despite its suffering, ignored legal orders, and used personal attacks to undermine allies—all while seeking a "deal" with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that resembles a gangster contract. This disregard for global norms and domestic rule of law signals a dangerous era for diplomacy and justice.