Trump Blasts Putin Over Kyiv Strikes Amid Peace Stalemate/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Trump issues rare public rebuke of Putin after deadly strike in Kyiv. Calls Russian attacks “unnecessary” and urges immediate peace deal. Ukraine says it agreed to U.S. ceasefire proposal weeks ago.
Trump Urges Putin to ‘Stop’ Deadly Kyiv Strikes — Quick Looks
- Rare Criticism: Trump tells Putin to halt missile attacks on Kyiv.
- Deadly Assault: At least 9 killed, over 70 injured in latest Russian barrage.
- Peace Talks Falter: Trump frustrated by stalled negotiations with Ukraine.
- Zelenskyy Responds: Notes Ukraine accepted U.S. ceasefire plan 44 days ago.
- NATO Ally Visit: Trump to meet Norway’s Prime Minister later Thursday.
- NATO Concerns Grow: Norway shares long border with Russia, backs Ukraine.
Trump to Putin: “Stop!” After Deadly Strike on Kyiv
Deep Looks
WASHINGTON (April 24, 2025) — In a rare public rebuke of Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday condemned Russia’s latest missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, calling the strikes “unnecessary” and urging Putin to halt the violence.
“I am not happy with the Russian strikes on KYIV. Not necessary, and very bad timing. Vladimir, STOP! 5000 soldiers a week are dying,” Trump posted on Truth Social, his social media platform. “Let’s get the Peace Deal DONE!”
The overnight assault marked the deadliest attack on Ukraine’s capital since July 2024, killing at least nine civilians and injuring more than 70 others, according to Ukrainian officials.
Peace Talks Faltering
Trump’s outburst reflects growing frustration within the White House over the lack of progress in brokering a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. While U.S.-led negotiations have been ongoing, no breakthroughs have been reported, and both sides continue military operations.
Trump has increasingly pressured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to make concessions, particularly regarding Crimea, which Russia has occupied since 2014. On Wednesday, Trump accused Zelenskyy of prolonging the war by refusing to cede the peninsula as part of a peace deal.
Zelenskyy pushed back sharply, reaffirming Ukraine’s longstanding stance that it will not recognize Russian sovereignty over occupied territories. On Thursday, he said Ukraine had agreed to a U.S. ceasefire proposal more than six weeks ago, but that Russia had not upheld its side.
“We are ready for peace, but peace requires a partner, not more missiles,” Zelenskyy said.
Trump Set to Meet Norwegian Leader
Later Thursday, Trump is scheduled to meet with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre to discuss the Ukraine conflict, U.S. tariff policy, and transatlantic cooperation.
Norway, a key NATO ally and strong supporter of Ukraine, shares a 198-kilometer (123-mile) border with Russia and has provided military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine since the start of the war.
While Trump’s administration has emphasized an “America First” approach, Thursday’s statement signals a growing urgency for the White House to rein in Russian aggression — even as internal divisions persist over what compromises, if any, should be made in the name of peace.
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