US President Donald Trump has expressed frustration with Moscow following Russia’s largest-ever aerial attack on Ukraine.
He described the events as “a horrible waste of humanity” and admitted he was “not thrilled” with what was unfolding. He also expressed hope that the conflict would eventually be resolved.
“It’s such a horrible waste of humanity. I am not thrilled with what’s happening there, I will tell you. I think it’s going to get settled,” Trump told reporters.
Trump’s comments came shortly after he suggested that the US might increase sanctions on Russia.
Russia’s Aerial Attack On Ukraine
On Sunday (local time), Russia unleashed its most significant missile and drone assault on Ukraine. As part of the attack Russia launched over 800 drones in its latest offensive, marking the first strike on a government building in Kyiv, according to a CNN report. Drone attacks on residential areas claimed the lives of at least two people, including an infant. The Ukrainian capital endured air-raid sirens for nearly 11 hours during the assault.
US, EU Must Impose Sanctions And Secondary Tariffs On Countries Purchasing Russian Oil: Trump’s Aide
These remarks followed statements by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who highlighted that coordinated efforts by the US and the European Union to impose sanctions and secondary tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil could potentially collapse Russia’s economy and force President Vladimir Putin to negotiate.
“If the US and EU impose stricter sanctions and secondary tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, it could lead to the complete collapse of Russia’s economy. That would be sufficient to bring Putin to the negotiating table,” Bessent explained.
Bessent added that the US is ready to ramp up pressure on Russia but emphasized the importance of support from European allies.
“We are prepared to increase pressure on Russia, but we need our European partners to join us,” he said.
Zelensky Terms US’s Tariffs On Nations Trading With Russia As “Right”
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced his approval of US’s tariffs on nations continuing trade relations with Russia, calling it “the right idea.”
Zelensky stated, “I think the idea to put tariffs on countries who continue to make deals with Russia is a right idea.”