Trump Warns Of Tragedy As Russia Tightens Grip On Ukrainian Troops

As Russian forces advance deeper into Ukraine, thousands of Ukrainian troops have become surrounded, sparking urgent calls from President Donald Trump for Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt military actions. Trump, who has been in discussions with Moscow, believes peace is possible but warned of devastating consequences if the fighting does not stop.

Trump took to Truth Social to highlight the severity of the situation, stating that Ukrainian troops were facing an extremely dangerous situation and urging Putin to allow them safe passage. He described the potential loss of life as something not seen on this scale in decades.

Putin has yet to commit to a full ceasefire. While Russian officials confirmed that Trump received a private message from Putin via U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, Moscow has not provided any indication that it will stop its offensive. Russian negotiators have insisted on additional conditions before considering a truce.

Zelensky criticized Putin’s approach, calling it a deliberate attempt to prolong the war. He accused Russia of dragging out negotiations while continuing its military assault. According to Zelensky, Russia is not genuinely seeking peace but rather using diplomacy as a tool to stall while strengthening its battlefield position.

Western intelligence agencies remain unconvinced that Russia would adhere to any ceasefire agreement. Some officials believe that even if hostilities pause, Putin could resume aggression through unconventional means. A European intelligence source suggested that Moscow sees Trump as someone it can manipulate in negotiations.

The G7 reaffirmed its backing of Ukraine, warning that Russia would face further sanctions if it did not agree to a ceasefire. The group emphasized the importance of security arrangements to deter future Russian military actions.

Amid the ongoing discussions, Russian troops have seized additional areas in southeastern Ukraine, further shifting the battlefield in Moscow’s favor.

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