Deadly Strikes Across Ukraine: Trump Criticises Putin
A series of deadly drone and missile attacks have struck across Ukraine, leaving 12 people dead and dozens more injured. The attacks, which Ukraine has described as the biggest aerial attack of the war so far, have prompted criticism from US President Donald Trump, who has threatened Russia with more sanctions.
According to reports, 367 drones and missiles were fired by Russian forces overnight into Sunday, with explosions shaking the cities of Kyiv, Odesa, and Mykolaiv. Three children were among those killed in the attacks, which have been described as "shameful" by Mr Trump’s envoy for the country, Keith Kellogg.
Speaking to reporters at an airport in New Jersey ahead of a flight back to Washington DC, Mr Trump said: "I’m not happy with Putin. I don’t know what’s wrong with him. He’s killing a lot of people, I’m not happy about that." He added that he would consider more sanctions against Moscow, saying: "He’s sending rockets into cities and killing people, and I don’t like it at all."
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Mr Trump wrote that he has "always had a very good relationship with Vladimir Putin of Russia, but something has happened to him. He has gone absolutely CRAZY!" He also criticised Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian president, saying: "He’s doing his country no favours by talking the way he does. Everything out of his mouth causes problems, I don’t like it, and it better stop."
The attacks have escalated despite Russia and Ukraine completing the exchange of 1,000 prisoners each over the past three days. Mr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine is ready to sign a ceasefire deal, but suggested Russia isn’t serious about signing one. In a statement after the latest attacks on his country, he urged the US and other national leaders to increase the pressure on Mr Putin, saying silence "only encourages" him.
This recent development has been reported by Sky News, which has been providing extensive coverage of the situation in Ukraine. According to Sky News, the Ukrainian government has reported that hundreds of drones were fired at Ukraine, with many intercepted and destroyed near Moscow and in central and southern regions.
The violence has prompted widespread condemnation, with many leaders calling for an immediate ceasefire. The situation in Ukraine remains volatile, with concerns growing about the humanitarian impact of the conflict.
As reported by Sky News, a video has emerged showing the aftermath of the attacks, with footage of destroyed buildings and injured civilians. The images show the devastating impact of the conflict on the people of Ukraine.
The international community will be watching with bated breath as the situation in Ukraine continues to unfold. For now, it remains to be seen how the conflict will play out, and what role the international community will play in resolving the situation.
In related news, Sky News has reported on the growing concerns about the humanitarian impact of the conflict, with many organisations calling for increased aid to be sent to Ukraine.
The Ukrainian government has reported that it is ready to sign a ceasefire deal, but that Russia is not serious about signing one. The situation remains volatile, with concerns growing about the humanitarian impact of the conflict.
