Ex-Russian Official Warns Trump of World War III Amid Russia-Ukraine Strikes

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has issued a stark warning to US President Donald Trump, cautioning that the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine could escalate into World War III. This warning came after Trump accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of "playing with fire" by refusing to engage in ceasefire talks, despite Russia's continued military strikes on Ukraine. Trump asserted that without his intervention, "really bad things" would have already happened to Russia, expressing frustration over Putin's aggressive actions. Medvedev responded by emphasizing that the only "really bad thing" worse than current tensions would be the outbreak of a global war, urging Trump to understand the severity of the situation. The exchange underscores the heightened tensions and strained relations amid failed peace negotiations, with Trump considering additional sanctions against Russia. Both leaders have expressed conflicting views on the prospects for peace, as Russia continues its military campaign and the US pushes for a ceasefire.