United States President Donald Trump declared that Crimea will remain with Russia. Speaking in an interview, Trump emphasized that even Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky understands this reality, noting that Crimea has been under Russian control long before his own presidency.

Trump strongly criticized former President Barack Obama, accusing him of "handing" Crimea over to Russia during his term. He argued that if he had been president at the time, the territory would not have been lost.

Labeling the ongoing conflict as "the war that should have never happened," Trump reinforced his belief that the crisis was avoidable and rooted in prior administration failures. His comments underscore his position that the current territorial status of Crimea is a settled issue and reflect his broader foreign policy perspective on the region.

Trump's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with Crimea continuing to serve as a focal point in international disputes and negotiations.