So when he speaks of threats of global conflict, we must take him – and them – seriously. It is, however, sanguine to reflect on whether Trump is encouraging or discouraging this dreadful notion of a third world war – or if it is simply part of his transactional approach to “life-and-death” situations, and just might lead to a positive outcome.
Putin’s demands that Crimea and the four illegally annexed oblasts be fully incorporated into Russia, and the stipulation that no Nato troops be allowed into Ukraine, give the impression that he will extend the war if his demands are ignored. But they must be ignored, and hence we must fully prepare for war.
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The consequences of Trump and Putin's phone call will reverberate for years to come
Read MoreAll the talk of World War Three by the US President is likely to be “Trumpflation” of the situation. If Trump throws the power of the US military behind Ukraine, even just figuratively, Putin will not be able to take Ukraine and the chances of wider conflict in Europe will further diminish.
For all Trump’s bluff and bluster, it is he who can force peace in Europe; let us hope the chance to make a fast buck on Ukrainian rare earth minerals is sufficient to satisfy his lust for a good deal – and ensure lasting peace in Europe.
Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon OBE is a former commander of UK and Nato CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear) forces
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