The power void he has created after the US retreated from Syria during his term has certainly emboldened Putin. On the other hand Trump pressured Germany to bui

The power void he has created after the US retreated from Syria during his term has certainly emboldened Putin. On the other hand Trump pressured Germany to build a gas terminal and stop relying on Russian gas. He also pressured other NATO members to increase their military spending. Both of which they're actually doing right now. His administration also approved huge weapons sales to Taiwan and the Saudis. These will deter China and Iran on the long term.