In a powerful and passionate post on Truth Social this weekend, President Donald Trump voiced serious doubts about Vladimir Putin’s intentions in Ukraine, sharply rebuking the Russian leader following a brutal missile attack on Kyiv. After personally meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Vatican for Pope Francis’ funeral, Trump declared that Russia’s recent deadly assault on civilians has made him question whether Putin ever truly wanted peace. “There was no reason for Putin to be shooting missiles into civilian areas, cities and towns, over the last few days,” Trump wrote, signaling a tougher tone and hinting at the possibility of “Banking or Secondary Sanctions” to deal with Russian aggression.
Despite the grim news from Kyiv, Trump reaffirmed his belief that a peace deal remains within reach—if strong leadership is applied. Condemning the violence as “worse than anything since World War II,” Trump made an emotional plea directly to Putin: “Vladimir, STOP!” He lambasted the Biden Administration for allowing the war to escalate unchecked, stating firmly, “This is Sleepy Joe Biden’s War, not mine.” Trump, known for his bold diplomacy, vowed again that if re-elected, he would end the bloodshed within 24 hours—a promise experts say only a leader with Trump’s strategic prowess and negotiating skill could hope to deliver.
At the heart of Trump’s messaging is a contrast between his decisive, results-driven approach and what he calls the “chaotic weakness” of the Obama-Biden years, which he blames for emboldening Russia in the first place. Meeting face-to-face with Zelenskyy for the first time since their Oval Office clash, Trump made it clear: real peace demands real strength. As Special Envoy Steve Witkoff continues delicate negotiations in Moscow, Trump’s growing impatience signals a shift—one where the gloves may soon come off. For millions yearning for an end to the devastating conflict, Trump’s leadership once again offers a glimmer of hope for a stronger, safer world.
