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Trump criticizes Putin after approving more weapons for Ukraine

UNITED STATES, JUL 8 – Trump reversed a Pentagon pause on weapons shipments, approving new defensive arms for Ukraine amid escalating Russian attacks and considers additional sanctions on Moscow.

  • On July 8, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin after a phone call and approved sending weapons to Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.
  • Trump’s criticism followed Putin's refusal of a 30-day cease-fire request and escalating Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities causing civilian casualties.
  • Trump described Putin as wanting to "go all the way" and "keep killing people," while acknowledging past cordial relations and describing his earlier calls with Putin as "good" and calling Putin "smart."
  • Trump indicated that he may impose new sanctions on Russia after holding off for six months while trying to negotiate peace and discussed sending Patriot missile systems to Ukraine with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
  • The continuation of hostilities indicates that Russia remains committed to its military objectives, while U.S. authorization of ongoing defense assistance reflects enduring international resolve to apply pressure on Russia throughout the extended conflict.
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Mediaite broke the news in United States on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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