Trump mulls new sanctions after Russia launches massive Ukraine strike

Mace | 27th May 2025 | International, Washington
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President Donald Trump is weighing fresh sanctions on Russia following its largest aerial assault on Ukraine since the war began. The strikes killed 12 civilians and derailed peace talks. The Kremlin dismissed Trump’s criticism, while Washington considers targeting Russian banks and sanction-busting countries.

President Donald Trump has condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin for launching what Ukrainian officials described as the most intense wave of aerial attacks since the start of the war. The Russian assault, carried out overnight, involved more than 360 drones and missiles, killing at least 12 people, including children, and injuring over 70. Ukrainian authorities reported widespread damage to residential buildings across multiple cities. Trump described Putin’s conduct as irrational and stated he is “absolutely” considering the introduction of further sanctions against Russia. The remarks were posted online as residents across Ukraine experienced hours of air-raid sirens and drone activity. Civilian infrastructure, including homes and dormitories, was reportedly targeted, although the Kremlin claimed the strikes were aimed at military production sites. The scale of the attack coincided with peace negotiations in Istanbul, which remain stalled. Although Ukraine has agreed to a U.S.-...

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