Former President Donald Trump has recently adopted a tougher tone toward Russia, a shift attributed not to a change in his worldview or newfound support for Ukraine or NATO, but rather to personal frustration after Russian President Vladimir Putin repeatedly rejected his ceasefire proposals. According to two White House officials and two advisers cited by The Atlantic, Trump's stance reflects his reaction to feeling insulted by Putin rather than a strategic realignment toward transatlantic alliances. Analysts note that this change in rhetoric is more about Trump seeking to avoid appearing weak than an endorsement of Ukraine or its leadership. The development comes amid ongoing discussions in the U.S. about providing military support to Ukraine.