Alex Vanopslagh wrote that Vladimir Putin could hardly wish for a better American president. He referred to Donald Trump having said the day before that Russia had behaved properly towards Ukraine and had not done much. Vanopslagh called the statement grotesque and recounted a Ukrainian remark that Russia had been unable to occupy Donbas but had gained influence in the White House instead. Vanopslagh wrote that he was dismayed by Trump's decisions and the developments in the White House. He believed that Americans and the rest of the world would have to live with the consequences, including rising prices, global insecurity, and Russian missiles over Ukraine. He predicted that the Republicans would suffer a voter backlash in the upcoming midterm elections, stating that it would be deserved due to what he described as a terrible presidency. He highlighted Ronald Reagan as one of his heroes and referred to a speech from 1987 where Reagan, according to Vanopslagh, promised support for people fighting for freedom from Soviet dominance. Vanopslagh wrote that he hoped this would again become America's guiding star. Until then, he urged support for Ukraine and strengthening Europe's ability to defend freedom and homeland. #Ukraine #USPolitics #Putin (translated)

