Trump Condemns Russian Strikes on Kiev: “Vladimir, STOP!”
President Donald Trump has publicly condemned Russia’s latest missile and drone assault on Kiev, calling it “unnecessary and badly timed.” In a message posted to his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote:
“I am not happy with the Russian attacks on Kiev. Unnecessary and at a bad moment. Vladimir, STOP!”
He followed up with a plea for diplomacy:
“5,000 soldiers are dying every week. Let’s get the peace agreement!”
The Thursday attack on Ukraine’s capital was one of the most intense in recent months, leaving 12 dead and 90 injured, according to Ukrainian sources. Residential and commercial buildings were heavily damaged across multiple districts. Russia’s Ministry of Defense has denied targeting civilians.
Trump’s statement marks another sharp turn in his approach to the war. Just a day earlier, he had publicly scolded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for blocking progress toward peace, citing Zelensky’s refusal to recognize Crimea as Russian territory—a key sticking point in ongoing negotiations.
Since returning to office in January, Trump has positioned himself as a would-be peacemaker, frequently criticizing both Moscow and Kyiv. Sources in U.S. media suggest the White House may be pressuring Ukraine to accept certain territorial concessions, including Crimea, as part of a broader peace framework.
As tensions escalate, the world watches for what comes next.