Trump Criticizes Russia's Deadly Kyiv Airstrikes, Pushes for Peace Deal

Trump's Rare Criticism of Russia

• ⚡ President Trump expressed his displeasure with Russia's deadly airstrikes on Kyiv, stating he was "not happy" and urged Vladimir Putin to "STOP!"
• 🎯 The criticism came after a missile strike flattened a Kyiv apartment block, killing at least 12 people and injuring over 80, marking the deadliest attack on the capital since July.
• ⚠️ Trump warned that "things will happen" if the bombings continue, though he declined to specify if more sanctions would be considered.

Push for a Peace Deal

• 🤝 Trump stated he was applying pressure on both Russia and Ukraine to sign a peace deal, emphasizing the need to get them "to the table."
• 🕊️ He believes that saving the war and preventing Russia from taking the entire country is a "pretty big concession" from Russia.
• 🗺️ Leaked details suggest the US peace plan might involve recognizing Russian sovereignty over occupied territories, including Crimea, which Ukraine would have to accept.

Ukraine's Stance on Peace

• 🇺🇦 President Zelensky called for stronger US pressure on Russia to secure a ceasefire and rejected the idea of permanently ceding territory.
• 💬 Zelensky views Ukraine's willingness to negotiate as a "huge compromise" and insists a ceasefire must be the first step.
• 😠 He criticized Trump's approach, stating that Kyiv would not recognize Russian control of Crimea.

US-Russia Relations and Trump's Influence

• 🇷🇺 In Russia, Donald Trump is viewed more favorably than other US presidents, with some seeing him as "our guy" and capable of improving ties.
• 🎁 Vladimir Putin sent Trump a portrait, with the artist describing Trump as a "swashbuckling pirate" and Putin reportedly thanking the artist for his role in improving US-Russian relations.
• 📈 Moscow believes Trump can help end the war and foster closer partnerships between the US and Russia, with discussions about potential economic cooperation.
• 🗣️ Despite rare criticism of Russia, Moscow still believes Trump desires to rebuild relations and is working to keep him on their side.