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A recording has surfaced in which Donald Trump says he threatened Russia and China with military action. The audio, which apparently captures Trump telling donors that he warned major world leaders of consequences they would face if crossing geopolitical lines, is now circulating worldwide. Amidst speculation about its authenticity, it’s impossible to ignore the public and diplomatic ramifications of such a recording. Is it just another excerpt of Trump’s usual bravado – or the brewing of further global conflict?
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What Trump Said
Published by CNN, and cited in an upcoming publication by Washington Post journalists, Trump can be heard making explicit threats:
With Putin I said “if you go into Ukraine, I’m going to bomb the s*** out of Moscow. I’m telling you I have no choice”. So he goes like “I don’t believe you”. He said “no way” and I said “way”. He believed me 10%. I told you this, he believed me 10%.
Then I’m with President Xi of China. I said the same thing to them, I said you know “if you go into Taiwan, I’m gonna bomb the s*** out of Beijing”. He thought I was crazy, he said “Beijing?! You’re gonna bomb –“. I said “I have no choice. I got to bomb you”. He didn’t believe me either, he said 10%. And 10% is all you need. In fact 5% would have been ok too.
The full recording can be heard here: CNN
These comments were made during a private event in 2024 to a room of campaign donors – and were seemingly not intended to be official diplomatic remarks. So, while this is not a Presidential guarantee of future conflict, it may be a window into the mind of the world’s most powerful man.
Is It Real?
The existence of the recording has been confirmed by CNN, and the journalists who acquired it claim it has been vetted and later verified. Despite the obvious questions about AI enhancement, it appears genuine to the press. But the Kremlin is not so sure, with spokesperson Dmitry Peskov telling reporters it’s “unclear whether the report is fake“, and China has not commented on it publicly.
If real, the quotes would constitute some of the most aggressive, direct foreign policy threats ever made by a U.S. President – even in private. Considering that these claims were allegedly made to political donors, rather than foreign leaders or military officials, another layer of controversy is added.
Recklessness or Doctrine?
Throughout Trump’s political career, he has always embraced a strategy of unpredictability. Some would say that these threatening remarks reinforce what is becoming known as Trump’s deterrence doctrine — stark, dramatic, and sometimes theatrical:
- Supporters argue that the recorded comments show strength, and deter further conflict
- Critics say they are reckless, undiplomatic, and risk unnecessary escalation with foreign leaders
Whether insights into genuine policy, or simply off-the-cuff rhetoric secretly captured in an otherwise private event, the statements have now spread worldwide.
Strategic Risk & Rising Instability
The leak comes at a fragile geopolitical moment. Alongside the U.S.’s recent involvement in Israel, Iran, and beyond, we must remember that there are other situations afoot:
- The Russia-Ukraine war continues with no apparent resolution in sight
- China’s pressure on Taiwan keeps increasing, having already drawn sharp warnings from U.S. defence officials
Although no direct responses from Beijing or Moscow have been issued, these recent revelations – and how they could be interpreted by various powers – may yet fuel suspicion or strategic posturing
Echoes from Past Presidents: Nixon, Reagan, and the Art of the Threat
Trump’s trademark approach is not new. He is critiqued today for what some believe is an attitude never seen before in positions of power, but a couple of decades ago we saw similar behaviour:
In 1984, Reagan joked that the U.S. “would begin bombing Russia in five minutes” in an off-mic comment that was later leaked. The Soviet Union called the statement “unprecedentedly hostile”, evidence of the United States’ insincerity at trying to improve the two countries’ relationship, and as abuse of the office of the president.
Nixon pursued a “madman strategy”, aiming to make adversaries believe he was irrational enough to use nuclear weapons, thereby deterring leaders of hostile nations from provoking the United States. The idea was to create a psychological advantage in international relations, as opponents would be more cautious in their dealings with a leader perceived as unstable. However, its effectiveness has been debated, with critics arguing that it actually heightened tensions and led to unintended consequences, undermining diplomatic efforts. Although it may have had some success in influencing Soviet perceptions, it did not help in Vietnam, and may have instead ensured that North Vietnam remained resolute in response to Nixon’s threats.
Final Thought
Whether Trump’s words were posturing or policy, the implications may yet have serious consequences. As we’ve seen in past Presidential examples, there are different ways that comments like these can be interpreted and acted upon. However, in today’s age of perception driving action, it’s possible that statements as bold as these could escalate the very threats they aim to deter.
Join the Conversation
Do you think the recording is genuine? Will it have an effect on geopolitics, or do you think it already has? Captured in 2024 but released now, do you see it as bold deterrence, or a risky tactic? Share your thoughts below.
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Fear porn.
Interestingly, at this very moment the US, UK, France, Japan (about 19 nations) are involved in a massive war games operation in Australia! 40,000 troops involved with HIMAR missiles, F35s and more. As China and Iran have not been invited to take part it looks like preparation for war with China.
Maybe the Australian people will pay and all hush hush
Are we sure it’s President Trump who wants to bomb the s****?
I’m sure it’s happened before!
And his war criminal mate!
And even the gulf!
Coincidence?
You’re on form today!
Thanks Islander.
Or just one big….
….game!
FUCK—g criminals there all fuc—— g masons . This deep and we’re still idiots lol your whole existence u s a is Jew controlled.
bang on
We should always be suspicious of *everything* (this is where we have dropped the ball for decades). This could be true, or it might not be. The right way to think about these things is to *always* err on the side that it could be true. We need to stop giving a free pass to any politician just because we like them or they are “our guy”. If this is true, why would we be surprised that the same guy who locked down the country, signed the money over to the governors of the states to implement tyranny, warp sped a gene editing injection in to the arms of the world by “pressuring the FDA” (his words not mine), bankrupted numerous casinos of all businesses, screwed around on his wives (true in the 80s, look it up), and many other things he’s done in our lifetime up to and including saying that “none of them know what the F*** they are doing in front of the media would say what this post mentions? We need to *question everything* and remain skeptical of everything on *both* sides of any issue.
No way that is real, if anything it is taken out of context, you don’t openly pretend direct military aggression.on nuclear armed nations…not in fact, and not in jest. In a private conversation, talking BS, you might relate a tough,take no prisoners statement like that, but its utter absurdity would make it not meant, to be taken seriously.
Total BS, fire this “writer”…
Hi Bob,
Which part of this do you think is BS? Do you believe the recording is fake?
G Calder
If CNN says it’s true, then you know without doubt that it’s false.
Hi Soda,
I must concede it’s not a source I usually rely upon, and certainly raises questions about its authenticity. However, I found it interesting food for thought nonetheless.
G Calder
Fake , Trump did NOT say he will bomb china or russia , its clearly ai generated propaganda
Trust CNN to “find” a story that could start WW3 if taken the wrong way.Taking the old news service cliche “anything for a story” a bit far.When will CNN realise that they are old news themselves?