Russia-Ukraine updates: Trump tells Putin ‘stop’ after deadly Kyiv attacks

Russia carries out largest attack on the Ukrainian capital this year amid fruitless ceasefire talks.

Rescuers and residents take shelter during a Russian missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine April 24, 2025. REUTERS/Valentyn Ogirenko TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Rescuers and residents take shelter during a Russian missile attack in Kyiv, Ukraine [Valentyn Ogirenko/Reuters]
By Maziar Motamedi and Brian Osgood
Published On 24 Apr 2025
  • United States President Donald Trump has condemned his Russian counterpart after deadly attacks in Kyiv killed at least 12 people.
  • Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote that the attacks were “not necessary” and “very” badly timed. “Vladimir, Stop! 5,000 soldiers a week are dying,” he said.