Image Credit: X account @WhiteHouse
Trump Urges End to Ukraine War After Russian Missile Test
U.S. President Donald Trump said he finds Russia’s recent test of a nuclear-powered cruise missile “not appropriate” and called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to shift focus from weapons testing to ending the war in Ukraine. The system in question, Russia’s 9M730 Burevestnik, is claimed to be capable of flying over 14,000 km and evading defence systems — though analysts remain skeptical about its actual operational readiness.
Missile Test and U.S. Response
Putin announced the missile test and said it was part of Russia’s efforts to secure its defences. Trump responded by highlighting the U.S. has a nuclear submarine stationed near Russia’s coast, suggesting that extreme long-range tests are unnecessary. He added that the war “that should have taken one week is now in its fourth year” and urged Russia to prioritise peace.
Broader Implications
This public rebuke underscores growing concern in Washington over the escalation of nuclear-capable technologies and their role in the wider Russia-Ukraine conflict. Experts warn that such tests could trigger new arms-race dynamics. Trump’s remarks also signal a push for diplomacy, even as the U.S. prepares further sanctions if hostilities persist.
