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flag In September 2025, Trump called Russia a "paper tiger," sparking backlash and highlighting Cold War-era rhetoric's lasting impact.

flag In September 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump labeled Russia a "paper tiger" on Truth Social and to military leaders, a term originally coined by Chinese leader Mao Zedong in 1946 to describe the United States as a powerful but ultimately fragile adversary. flag The phrase, rooted in Cold War-era Chinese propaganda, resurfaced amid rising U.S.-China tensions and was later cited by China’s foreign ministry. flag Trump’s comment prompted a defiant response from Russian President Vladimir Putin, who questioned NATO’s strength. flag Historians noted the irony of an American leader adopting a slogan once used to undermine U.S. power, while China’s Xi Jinping remained silent. flag The exchange underscores the enduring influence of Cold War rhetoric in modern geopolitics.

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