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Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit

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Posted on March 13, 2026

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Trump Hints at Putin’s Possible Support for Iran Amid Ongoing US Tensions

Analysis of Trump’s Remarks on Russia, Iran, and US Relations

Overview of Trump’s Statement

WASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said he thinks Russian President Vladimir Putin may be helping Iran a "little bit" in an interview with Fox News Radio that aired on Friday.

Details from the Fox News Radio Interview

"I think he might be helping him (Iran) a little bit, yeah, I guess. And he probably thinks we're helping Ukraine, right?," Trump told "The Brian Kilmeade Show".

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Nandita Bose, Daphne Psaledakis and Ryan Jones in Washington; Editing by Daphne Psaledakis)

Key Takeaways

  • Trump publicly acknowledged that Putin “may be helping” Iran, reportedly referring to intelligence sharing on U.S. targets—marking one of the first U.S. admissions of Russian involvement in the Iran conflict (apnews.com)
  • The U.S. previously declassified intelligence that Russia may have provided Iran targeting information, alongside Iran supplying Russia with Shahed drones and drone‑building tech amid the Ukraine war (apnews.com)
  • Despite a strategic partnership treaty signed in January 2025, Moscow’s support has been limited—with no mutual defense obligation—and Russia remains over‑stretched by its war in Ukraine (en.wikipedia.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did President Trump say about Putin and Iran?
President Trump said he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin may be helping Iran 'a little bit' during a radio interview.
Where did Trump make his comments about Putin and Iran?
Trump made his comments during an interview on Fox News Radio, specifically 'The Brian Kilmeade Show'.
How did Trump compare Russian actions with US support for Ukraine?
Trump suggested Putin might see US support for Ukraine as similar to Russia helping Iran.
Who reported on Trump's statements regarding Putin and Iran?
Nandita Bose, Daphne Psaledakis, and Ryan Jones reported on the comments for Reuters.

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