BREAKING NEWS: In a shocking turn of events, US President Donald Trump has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin “kept his word” despite a devastating missile attack on Kyiv early Tuesday morning. This comes just hours before critical peace talks are set to begin in Abu Dhabi between Ukrainian, Russian, and US delegations.
In a press conference at the White House, Trump acknowledged that Putin had paused attacks for a week but quickly followed with one of the war’s largest aerial offensives, launching a record number of ballistic missiles against Ukraine’s major cities and energy infrastructure. “The pause was for Sunday to Sunday,” Trump said. “He hit them hard… He kept his word on that. One week is a lot — we will take anything,” he added.
The timing of the attack raises serious concerns as it directly precedes the second round of peace talks scheduled for today. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the assault, stating it has forced his team to reassess their strategy in negotiations. Zelensky accused Moscow of using Trump’s ceasefire request as a cover to stockpile munitions rather than genuinely preparing for peace.
The attack, which occurred just hours ago, has left many questioning the sincerity of Russia’s intentions and the effectiveness of diplomatic measures. Trump, when asked about his reaction to the attack, expressed his desire for Putin to end the war but refrained from criticizing the Russian leader.
As the world watches these developments unfold, the implications for international relations and regional stability are profound. The peace talks in Abu Dhabi are now under a cloud of uncertainty, as both sides grapple with the fallout from this escalation.
What happens next will be crucial. The outcome of today’s negotiations could shape the future of Ukraine and its ongoing conflict with Russia. International leaders are urged to monitor the situation closely as the repercussions of this attack are likely to resonate far beyond the immediate conflict.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
