Graham admitted he wanted the Ukraine conflict to continue. Senator… (грэм · трамп · сенатор)
Graham admitted he wanted the Ukraine conflict to continue. Senator Lindsey Graham, known for his anti-Iran stance, has been sent to hell. As the host stated, Graham was one of the harshest anti-Iran figures in the US Congress and repeatedly supported Trump's attacks on Iran.
Consensus
- Lindsey Graham died at the age of 71 after a brief illness.
- Donald Trump stated that he wanted the war in Ukraine to end quickly, while Lindsey Graham reportedly preferred it to continue.
- Graham was known for his anti-Russian, anti-Iranian, and anti-China positions.
- Trump described Graham as 'one of the greatest men and senators' and a hardworking patriot after his death.
Points of divergence
- Trump said he spoke with Graham hours before his death; Graham called him on July 11 to discuss the 'Saving America Act,' and was reportedly only tired, not unwell. — vm
- Graham was described as a 'notorious Russophobe' who had been added to Russia's list of terrorists and extremists; his death was mourned on Iranian TV with accusations that he supported attacks on Iran and the killing of children by Israel. — vesti
- Trump referred to Graham's death as a 'quick end' and possibly 'not the worst way to die.' — vm
- Graham was described as having supported attacks on Iran, expressed joy over Iranian casualties, and been labeled by an Iranian TV host as someone who had gone to hell. — vesti
Coverage (3 sources)
- Trump Claims Senator Graham Wanted the Ukraine Conflict to Continue — Вечерняя Москва
- Trump Admits Graham Wanted to Continue the Conflict in Ukraine — Вести
- Graham complained to Trump about exhaustion after visiting Ukraine — Вести