Medvedev Slams U.S. Policies as Hostile

Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev criticized actions by the Trump administration, labeling the U.S. as an enemy due to its decisions to cancel a summit in Budapest and impose sanctions on Russian oil companies. Medvedev accused Trump of aligning with European policies, escalating tensions with Russia.

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has criticized the U.S., accusing it of being hostile towards Moscow. Medvedev, writing on Telegram, pointed to the Trump administration's decision to cancel a pending summit in Budapest and impose sanctions on Russian oil companies as acts of aggression.

His comments highlight growing tensions between the two nations, with Medvedev stating, "The U.S. is our enemy… their 'peacemaker' [Trump] has embarked fully on the warpath with Russia." He accused President Trump of aligning himself with what he called "loony Europe."

The accusations come at a time of fragile diplomatic relations, with Medvedev's remarks likely to stir international reactions and further complicated geopolitics.

(With inputs from agencies.)