Putin Won’t Attack NATO Territory, Trump Says

President Donald Trump stated in an Oval Office press conference that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not expand the war with Ukraine to include NATO countries. Trump mentioned having “good talks” with Putin, who he believes will not attack NATO territory. These comments followed reports of CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s surprise visit to Moscow.

• President Trump believes Vladimir Putin will not attack NATO countries.
• Trump cited “good talks” with Putin as the basis for his assertion.
• The statement was made during a press conference in the Oval Office.
• Reports indicated CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow to warn Russia.
• Trump declined to comment directly on Ratcliffe’s visit but reiterated his belief that Russia would not attack.