Son of the President of the United States Donald Trump Jr. On Sunday, December 7, he criticized corruption in Ukraine and suggested that his father might withdraw his support for the country if Kiev does not decide to make peace with Russia.
President Donald Trump's eldest son spoke at the Doha Forum, a large international gathering of politicians, diplomats and opinion leaders. Trump Jr. he emphasized that Ukraine has been struggling with corruption at the highest levels of government for years, and in his opinion it is this problem that is fueling the war on both the sides of Moscow and Kiev.
He also criticized the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky.
The Ukrainian leader is currently struggling with political pressure related to the corruption scandal that implicated some of his closest associates. One of them was Andriy Yermak, who recently resigned. Yermak often led Ukraine's international negotiations.
Sam Zelensky he didn't stay accused of corruption.
Because of the war and because he is one of the greatest marketers of all time, Zelensky has become almost a deity – especially to the left, which believed he could do no wrong and was above all criticism.
Trump Jr. said.
Asked if the US president could turn his back on Ukraine, he replied: “I think he could do it.”
Donald Trump Jr. attends forum in Doha, Qatar, December 7, 2025.HUSSEIN BAYDOUN / MOFA / FACTSTORY / AFP
“What's good and special about my father is that you never know what he's going to do,” he added. “His unpredictability forces everyone to act in a way that is truly intellectually honest,” he added.
President Trump has long had a difficult relationship with Ukraine and Zelensky himself. He often shows greater understanding for Russia and its leader, Vladimir Putin. The Trump administration has been pushing both countries to sign a peace agreement, but so far to no avail.
— We want peace. We want to end the bloodshed, Trump Jr. said.
The president's son also defended his father's military campaign against drug cartels, which includes: raids on boats in the Caribbean suspected of transporting drugs. In his opinion, the American deaths caused by the cartels cannot be ignored.
This is a much more serious, tangible threat to the United States than anything happening in Ukraine or Russia
– he said.
Trump Jr. appeared on stage in Doha with his business partner, Omeed Malik from 1789 Capital, a growth equity investment company.
Slippery deals and geopolitical puzzles
When he was asked whether his father would run in the elections for the third time (which is constitutionally prohibited), he laughed. — We'll see what happens, he said, adding that the fact that the president did not rule out such a possibility could be a form of “trolling.”
“Honestly, it's funny to watch people on the left side of the political spectrum go crazy every time he mentions it,” he added.
Trump Jr.'s allegations regarding corruption in Ukraine will likely anger not only Kiev supporters, but also many in the Democratic Party who believe that the Trump family is itself financially benefiting from political power.
For example, the Trump family has been actively expanding its business contacts in recent years both in Qatar and other wealthy Arab countries whose economies rely on huge oil revenues.
These cooperations include not only capital investments, but also prestigious development projects. One of the most media-worthy projects is the plan to build a luxurious, extensive golf complex in Qatar.
President Trump — like many of his predecessors — considers Qatar a key geostrategic ally. There is an American military base in the country, and the country has played an important mediating role in conflicts in Gaza and elsewhere.
The relationship between the Trump administration and Qatar attracted enormous attention this year when the country donated a luxury Boeing 747 to the US government to be rebuilt for Air Force One.
During his May speech at the Qatar Economic Forum in Doha, Trump Jr. he did not rule out his own run in the presidential elections in the future, saying: “maybe one day.”
I’m Ashley Davis as an editor, I’m committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accuracy in every piece we publish. My work is driven by curiosity, a passion for truth, and a belief that journalism plays a crucial role in shaping public discourse. I strive to tell stories that not only inform but also inspire action and conversation.
