Amid widespread international acclaim for his role in halting the brutal twogaza-vengeance-overreach/” title=”…: When Vengeance Crosses the Line”>-year conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty about his prospects of entering heaven.
During a conversation with journalists aboard Air Force One on his way to Israel this Monday, Trump, who was instrumental in negotiating the ceasefire that has finally brought respite to both parties, shared candid thoughts about his spiritual standing and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.
With a lighthearted tone, the president remarked, “I’m being a bit playful, but honestly, I don’t think anything guarantees me a spot in heaven. Maybe I’m not destined for it. Perhaps I’m already in heaven right now, flying on Air Force One. I’m not sure if I’ll make it there, but I have certainly improved life for many people.”
These comments came after a reporter reminded him of his previous statement linking his peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict to his chances of reaching heaven.
Back in August, Trump had voiced hope that brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine might secure him divine approval. “I want to try to get to heaven, if that’s possible,” he said at the time. “I hear I’m not doing well-I’m really at the bottom of the list. But if I do get there, this peace effort will be one of the reasons,” he added, referring to his attempts to mediate between Kyiv and Moscow.
While Trump has received praise for facilitating the Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages from both factions, the conflict in Ukraine remains unresolved and ongoing.
He reiterated his belief that the “rigged” 2020 U.S. presidential election was a key factor in the continuation of the war, asserting that he could have prevented Russia’s invasion.
“I had a strong relationship with Putin; I was his favorite. None of these things I warned about would have happened under my watch,” Trump insisted.
Earlier this year, Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Alaska for a high-profile discussion on the prolonged war-their first direct meeting since their 2018 Helsinki summit. Unfortunately, the talks concluded without any agreement, dampening hopes for a swift resolution.
Despite his humorous doubts about his eternal destiny, Trump emphasized that his administration’s diplomatic achievements have “significantly improved the lives of many people.”
