Trump Criticizes Putin Amid Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War, Plans More Ukraine Military Aid

President Donald Trump sharply criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of making meaningless promises and spreading misinformation amid Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump expressed frustration over recent phone calls with Putin that failed to advance peace negotiations and emphasized his unhappiness with Putin's treatment of human beings and the high casualty rates. Despite a temporary suspension of certain missile shipments to Ukraine due to U.S. stockpile concerns, Trump confirmed he approved the delivery of defensive weapons and pledged to send additional military aid, including Patriot interceptors. He also praised the bravery of Ukrainian forces and highlighted the significant U.S. investment in military aid to Ukraine. Furthermore, Trump indicated he is seriously considering new, stricter sanctions against Russia proposed by Senate Republicans. Russian officials, however, criticized the U.S. weapons shipments as counterproductive to peace efforts.