Trump shows postcard of «peaceful achievements»
During the interview 60 Minutes US president Donald Trump held up a sheet with the headline «President Trump: The President of Peace», The report lists the conflicts that he claims to have «stopped» or «ended».
Political message
The gesture fits in with the White House's communication and Trump's campaign rhetoric to emphasise that under his leadership, the US has not started any new wars and has contributed to «stabilisation» in a number of regions. This narrative is intended to strengthen the president's image as a negotiator and «peacemaker».
Reactions and discussions
Trump's opponents question the phrase «wars won», pointing out that assessing the results of foreign policy is a matter of debate. The moment with the postcard went viral on social media and triggered another wave of controversy.
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