Russian Drone Strike Kills 3 in Ukraine After Trump Criticizes Putin

A series of deadly Russian drone and missile attacks struck Ukraine, with a recent strike on an apartment building in Pavlohrad killing three people, including a child and a 76-year-old woman, and injuring several others. These attacks came shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump publicly criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for targeting civilian areas, particularly in Kyiv, where a previous attack killed at least 12 people and wounded 87. Trump urged Putin to halt the assaults and focus on peace negotiations, warning that if progress toward a ceasefire stalls, the U.S. may reconsider its involvement in facilitating talks or providing military aid to Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope following a meeting with Trump, emphasizing the need for a full and unconditional ceasefire and lasting peace. Despite U.S. pressure, the conflict shows no signs of abating, with Russian forces continuing to use large-scale drone barrages against Ukrainian regions. The situation underscores mounting frustration within the U.S. administration over stalled diplomatic efforts and escalating civilian casualties.