Trump: Putin Was Insulted from Being Thrown Out of G7

In a striking remark, former President Donald Trump said that Vladimir Putin was “insulted from being thrown out of the G7.” Trump referred to Russia’s 2014 expulsion from the global summit—then known as the G8—as a trigger for Putin’s changing behavior on the world stage.

The statement reopens long-standing debates about Russia’s role in global diplomacy and Trump’s controversial relationship with Putin. Russia was removed from the G8 after its annexation of Crimea, a move widely condemned by the West. According to Trump, that decision may have done more harm than good.

As Trump continues his foreign policy stances—especially on authoritarian leaders—remain a key focus. His comments raise questions about whether isolating global powers helps maintain peace or provokes greater conflict.