Steve Rosenberg: Russia brushes off Trump's claim of 'paper tiger' in aimless war
Published: 9/24/2025

In a recent report, Russia cautiously responds to Trump's criticism of its actions in Ukraine, calling into question Trump's "paper tiger" comment. Despite Trump's suggestion that Ukraine could reclaim seized territory from Russia, the Kremlin maintains a composed stance, highlighting Trump's potential openness to different views. This diplomatic approach from Russia could be influenced by Trump's recent discussions with Ukrainian President Zelensky and the absence of direct threats or ultimatums in Trump's remarks towards Moscow.