President Donald Trump is preparing to unveil a major shift in U.S. policy on Ukraine, signaling a more forceful approach toward Russia as the war enters its fourth year. The announcement will coincide with the arrival of Trump’s special envoy, retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg, in Kyiv for high-level talks, underscoring the urgency of the situation.
Trump’s stance has notably hardened, with the president expressing open frustration at Russian President Vladimir Putin’s refusal to engage in peace efforts. Trump has publicly condemned Putin’s ongoing attacks on Ukrainian civilians, describing the Russian leader as having “gone absolutely CRAZY!” and demanding an immediate halt to the bombardments.
The conflict’s toll on Ukrainian civilians has reached new heights, with June marking the deadliest month since the war began. Russia’s intensified missile and drone assaults have overwhelmed Ukraine’s air defenses, creating a desperate need for advanced weaponry.
In response, Trump has confirmed the U.S. will provide additional Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine, with the European Union stepping in to finance the systems. Senator Lindsey Graham predicts a surge in Western arms deliveries, hoping to pressure Putin into negotiations, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte’s visit to Washington highlights the coordinated international response.
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