Russia has “behaved quite decently” toward Ukraine, Trump says, on the same day a Russian drone killed a one-year-old in a public park
Trump criticized Zelenskyy’s approach to peace negotiations on the same day a Russian drone killed six people, including a 14-month-old girl, in Kharkiv Oblast. Meanwhile, gaps in advance warnings for Russian ballistic attacks on Kyiv have raised further concerns about US support.
On October 19, 2026, US President Donald Trump remarked that Russia had "behaved quite decently" toward Ukraine, suggesting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should appoint a different negotiator for Kyiv, despite ongoing Russian attacks and Washington's support for Kyiv under scrutiny. Russia has waged a violent war against Ukraine for over 12 years, seeking to seize land and undermine sovereignty, with widespread violence, human rights abuses, and civilian killings.
Trump claimed Zelenskyy should have ended the war and secured a better deal by following his advice, accusing the Ukrainian president of not wanting to stop fighting. Meanwhile, a Russian drone attack in Kharkiv Oblast killed six people, including a one-year-old in a public park, raising concerns about gaps in warning times for ballistic missile strikes and access to intelligence shared with Ukraine.
These attacks have intensified recently, with Russian forces continuing to target Ukrainian cities, infrastructure, and essential services, leading to civilian casualties, home and business damage, and electricity disruptions. Trump's comments have sparked criticism from Republican lawmakers who question the potential benefits of easing sanctions and economic ties with Russia, particularly while the Kremlin's military continues attacking Ukraine.
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