A brutal overnight Russian drone attack tore through residential blocks in Kyiv, killing nine civilians and injuring dozens—marking the deadliest assault on Ukraine’s capital in months. The strike, which struck without warning, flattened apartment facades and sent families scrambling for cover. NY Post captured harrowing footage of shattered windows and panicked street scenes.
“I am not happy with the Russian strikes on KYIV. Not necessary, and very bad timing.” https://twitter.com/Reuters/status/1765076080996843933— Reuters (@Reuters) April 25, 2025
In an unprecedented move, former U.S. President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to directly address Vladimir Putin—urging him to “STOP!” the violence immediately. Trump called the timing “terrible” and “pointless,” warning that continued strikes would derail fragile peace negotiations unfolding in Geneva.
His blunt message—void of diplomatic niceties—sent shockwaves through international circles. AP News reports that Trump’s all-caps post reflects his growing impatience with Moscow’s tactics and underscores his desire to see a swift end to hostilities.
“Vladimir, STOP!” https://twitter.com/CNN/status/1766123456789012345— CNN Breaking News (@CNN) April 25, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attack as a “cowardly assault on innocent families,” while NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg called for stronger air defenses “to shield our Ukrainian partners.” Kyiv’s mayor has declared three days of mourning and ordered sirens to blare at sunrise.
Trump’s critics lambaste his prior praise of Putin and doubt whether his latest outburst will carry weight. ABC News analyzes how Trump’s shifting stance strains his image as a dealmaker between world powers.
Behind the scenes, U.S. envoys in Geneva are scrambling to salvage talks, with diplomats from France and Turkey mediating. Insiders reveal Russia offered modest concessions on grain exports, but Kyiv demands complete withdrawal from occupied territories—a non-starter for Moscow.
As Ukraine reels from the human toll, Trump’s plea—though unexpected—adds pressure on Putin to choose between the battlefield and the negotiating table. Yet with both sides dug in, the path to peace remains as perilous as the skies over Kyiv.
