Trump's Tangled Dance: Peace Hopes Undermined by Missile Strike

U.S. President Donald Trump voiced apprehension on Friday regarding the Russian missile strike on a Kyiv apartment building which resulted in 24 fatalities, including three children. Trump's remarks suggest the incident may hinder peace efforts in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

During a briefing aboard Air Force One, Trump labeled the war a 'senseless bloodbath' and noted discussions with China's President Xi Jinping, with both leaders favoring an end to the fighting. Trump highlighted that the recent attack was a significant setback.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy sought international condemnation of the strike. In Russia, it was reported that a Ukrainian drone attack in Ryazan claimed four lives. As diplomatic activities continue, Russian President Vladimir Putin is slated to visit Xi in China next week.

(With inputs from agencies.)