Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attack kills 12 in Kyiv

A large-scale missile and drone strike hit Kyiv overnight, killing at least 12 people in what Ukrainian officials called the most significant attack on the capital this year, as diplomatic efforts to reach a resolution continue.

Russia launched a significant missile and drone strike on Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people, according to Ukrainian officials. Authorities described it as the most extensive attack on the capital so far this year.

In response, U.S. President Donald Trump urged an end to the hostilities, saying during remarks at the White House, “Vladimir, STOP.” He emphasized that efforts toward a negotiated peace are progressing, adding, “The next few days are going to be very important. Meetings are taking place right now... I think we’re getting very close.”

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov noted that diplomatic talks are moving in a constructive direction, though some details remain to be resolved.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that further discussions are planned over the weekend and said both parties are being encouraged to engage fully in order to move closer to a resolution.

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