Ukraine War: Trump Says Zelenskyy Can End War as Russian Strike in Kharkiv Kills Seven

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet Donald Trump at the White House today, with discussions expected to focus on possible ceasefire arrangements and the future of U.S. support for Ukraine. The talks come amid heightened tensions following a deadly overnight Russian missile strike on the eastern city of Kharkiv, which killed at least seven civilians and injured dozens more. Trump’s Remarks Ahead of Talks Speaking to reporters en route to Washington, Trump said he believed Zelenskyy had the ability to “end the war,” though he did not clarify whether he envisioned concessions to Russia as part of a potential settlement. He reiterated his stance that the U.S. would not pursue new business or diplomatic openings with Moscow until the conflict was “settled,” suggesting a possible shift in tone while maintaining pressure on the Kremlin. European Support for Zelenskyy Ahead of the White House meeting, several European leaders pledged continued backing for Ukraine. Officials in Brussels and Berlin emphasized that any negotiations should not compromise Ukraine’s territorial integrity. Zelenskyy is expected to present a renewed appeal for sustained U.S. military and financial aid, particularly as concerns grow over battlefield losses and Russia’s intensified air campaign. Kharkiv Under Fire In the early hours of this morning, Russian forces launched missile strikes on residential districts in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city. Local authorities confirmed seven deaths and said rescue workers were still searching for survivors in the rubble. The strike is the latest in a series of escalations targeting civilian areas, which Kyiv has denounced as acts of terror designed to weaken public morale. What’s Next The outcome of today’s White House talks could prove pivotal. If Trump signals willingness to broker a ceasefire or peace talks, it may open a new phase in the nearly four-year conflict. However, Ukraine’s leadership continues to insist that any agreement must ensure sovereignty and security guarantees, while Russia shows no sign of backing down militarily.

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At Least 10 Killed in Massive Russian Missile and Drone Attack on Kyiv

Kyiv, Ukraine – A large-scale Russian missile and drone assault on Ukraine’s capital and surrounding areas killed at least 10 people and wounded dozens more early Monday, in one of the deadliest attacks on Kyiv in recent weeks, officials said. According to Ukraine’s air force, Russia launched 352 drones and decoys, 11 ballistic missiles, and 5 cruise missiles overnight. While most were intercepted or jammed, several projectiles struck residential buildings, hospitals, and even a metro station entrance being used as a bomb shelter. The head of Kyiv’s military administration, Tymur Tkachenko, described the attack as another “massive” and deliberate strike on civilian areas. “The Russians’ style is unchanged – to hit where there may be people,” he said, confirming damage across six of Kyiv’s 10 districts and ongoing rescue operations under rubble. Separate strikes in other regions also caused casualties. In Chernihiv, a drone attack killed two and wounded ten, including children. In Bila Tserkva, southwest of Kyiv, one person was killed and eight injured. Ukrainian authorities fear more casualties may be found as search efforts continue.

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