Tue Jul 08 18:45:32 UTC 2025: ## Trump Expresses Frustration with Putin Over Ukraine War, Hints at New Sanctions

**Washington D.C.** – U.S. President Donald Trump voiced his growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine, stating that Putin is “killing a lot of people.” Speaking at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Trump suggested he is considering additional sanctions against Moscow, expressing dissatisfaction with Putin’s actions despite their seemingly cordial interactions.

“We get a lot of b******t thrown at us by Putin,” Trump said, adding, “He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” He further emphasized the human cost of the conflict, stating that Putin is responsible for the deaths of numerous soldiers from both sides.

While Trump acknowledged he is “looking at” a Senate-proposed bill for further sanctions on Russia, he remained tight-lipped about his specific plans. “I wouldn’t be telling you. Don’t we want to have a little surprise?” he teased reporters, later pivoting to discuss the recent U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities.

Trump’s comments come as international pressure mounts on Russia to de-escalate the conflict. French President Emmanuel Macron, addressing the British Parliament, affirmed that Europe will “never abandon Ukraine” and pledged collaboration with a “coalition of the willing” to support the nation. Macron stressed the need for a ceasefire and negotiations to achieve a “robust and sustainable peace.”

Earlier in the day, Trump announced his administration would send more “defensive weapons” to Ukraine, reversing a recent pause in shipments attributed to dwindling U.S. stockpiles.

Despite Trump’s campaign promise to swiftly resolve the Ukraine war and diplomatic efforts, including multiple phone calls with Putin, violence persists. Direct talks between Ukrainian and Russian officials in Turkiye in May resulted in a prisoner swap, but failed to yield a truce or ceasefire.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow is awaiting Ukraine to propose dates for further negotiations. However, Russia has recently intensified its long-range attacks on Ukrainian cities and has gradually advanced along the front lines. On Monday, Russia announced the capture of the Ukrainian village of Dachne in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

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