Sumy Strikes Push Trump Allies for Tougher Putin Stance
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Following deadly Russian missile strikes in Sumy during Palm Sunday, pro-Ukraine Republicans are urging Donald Trump to increase pressure on Putin to achieve a ceasefire. Lawmakers like Lindsey Graham and Michael McCaul condemned the attacks, emphasizing the religious aspect to appeal to Trump's base. Despite a recent meeting between Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, and Putin, the attacks have fueled calls for tougher sanctions and increased skepticism towards Witkoff's perceived pro-Kremlin stance. Trump, while expressing frustration with Russia's intransigence, has yet to fully condemn the attacks, declining Zelenskyy's invitation to visit Ukraine.
Following deadly Russian missile strikes in Sumy during Palm Sunday, pro-Ukraine Republicans are urging Donald Trump to increase pressure on Putin to achieve a ceasefire. Lawmakers like Lindsey Graham and Michael McCaul condemned the attacks, emphasizing the religious aspect to appeal to Trump's base. Despite a recent meeting between Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, and Putin, the attacks have fueled calls for tougher sanctions and increased skepticism towards Witkoff's perceived pro-Kremlin stance. Trump, while expressing frustration with Russia's intransigence, has yet to fully condemn the attacks, declining Zelenskyy's invitation to visit Ukraine.
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